Community Policing
The Community Policing topic covers efforts by agencies and officers to partner with other branches of local government as well as non-governmental organizations to reduce crime and increase the quality of life for law-abiding citizens.
We should consider how our actions will “look” and what “they” will say about them
“If the police are the people, and the people are the police, this is a week for everyone to embrace.”
Jasur Talipov’s experiences at a police substation inspired him to start a podcast that challenges negative perceptions of law enforcement through thoughtful discussions
When someone stole their tip jar, Katelyn and Elias were devastated. Luckily, local first responders were in the mood for lemonade
Officer Thomas had bought the shoes months earlier for a moment just like this
Addressing the impact of organized and rampant retail theft on California and beyond
A woman who lost her wedding rings in the sand was worried they were gone for good
Agencies should have solid policies and procedures in place to ensure the proper operation of their UAS program
Reflecting on the decision of the Associated Press to no longer name people charged with minor crimes
Police1’s State of the Industry survey offers key findings upon which we can engage the community, and each other, for action
A viral moment between a Pennsylvania police department and a local deli gave everyone a chuckle
Police in small-town North Carolina are urging young people to stop this “potentially deadly game”
A proactive approach can take the sting out of new legislation and spike in public records requests
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City officials said the program is off to a good start and is expected to expand
The NYPD beekeeping team is all the buzz lately after it removed multiple swarms from Times Square
“It is a false choice between community-led solutions and police officers,” Mayor Jenny Durkan said. “We need both.”
After Julianna’s father died in 2018, local law enforcement promised to lend their support
A statewide directive calls on police agencies to protect certain personal information, but not everyone is on board
Use this process to better connect and engage with the communities you serve
Responding to law enforcement Freedom of Information Act requests requires carefully balancing transparency against privacy
Many cities are piloting programs that take police officers out of certain duties such as mental health response
It isn’t the software alone that makes these programs successful – that’s up to the power of your community outreach
Cities across the nation are using American Rescue Plan dollars to boost public safety
Since 1992, the Long Island Police Appreciation Run has raised funds for law enforcement officers and their families
These tips will help your department successfully conduct a community review board on police policy to build trust and enhance safety
Police officers meet with incoming freshmen at a Texas high school to discuss career options in law enforcement
The program is all about having fun and connecting with the community, police say
Implementing effective stakeholder communications is achievable by using the relevant resources and the correct planning
Small police departments that do not have the luxury of their own PIO can hold their own in the high-stakes public information arena
The Law Enforcement Career Path Academy was designed to remove financial and educational barriers to college and a LE career for low-income young people
Officer Lisa Schaps had voiced support for her department’s thin blue line uniform patch at a local board meeting and on the TV show “Fox & Friends”
Whatever term you use to describe the changes needed in policing, the goal is to improve it in ways that will benefit both communities and law enforcement
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