It’s no secret that you care about the people you’ve taken an oath to protect. But do you really know who these people are? Do you know what they care about? Or how they manage the daily business of living and raising families? If not, you might want to think about outreach. Outreach is more than just a word. It’s a series of organizational strategies that involve partnerships, problem-solving techniques, and collaboration between the police and the community.
Sounds important, right? Well, guess what? It really is. We used to call it community policing. And the intent was to use those strategies to build trust, reduce crime and find ways to better relate to the diverse population we serve. This isn’t advanced rocket science. We should be doing this every day. So, here are some tips for proactively engaging with your community.
