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.
A reboot has been issued by former members of the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing, convened by President Obama in 2014
Public Affairs Director Nelly Miles shares communication strategies with Julie Parker in response to the Ahmaud Arbery video
A California city launched a community survey to give police leaders insight into which qualities mattered most in their next police chief hire
These days, it’s not enough to just have a social media presence – the public expects much more than the basics
“The Law and Your Community” is an interactive training program designed to strengthen the relationship between cops and kids
Sarasota PD’s award-winning H.O.T. program has transformed its relationship with the homeless community
If you want your social media presence to serve your community, focus on the content not chasing the fans
The owner tried to make amends after her daughter wrote that police were bullies and racists and the business would never host a “Coffee with a Cop” event
Officer Damon Cole, who dresses up as superheroes and visits terminally ill children, posted a video message from the country superstar
OfferUp’s Law Enforcement Outreach Program works with law enforcement to create a safe meeting place for local commerce
Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff’s Department is set to begin season two of LIVE PD, which has propelled officers to virtual celebrity status
In policing, staying up to date on the latest and greatest can be difficult; here are 10 podcasts that will keep you current and your skills sharp
Little Libraries are designed to promote literacy and a sense of community among area youth
Mayor Bill De Blasio called Sgt. Paul Tuozzolo “a leader who put his fellow officers first and a family man”
Police departments should integrate digital tools like video clips, digital marketing and social media to build their brand
Officer Jack Taschner looked like he was going to break up the fun, but he surprised the crowd by joining in
Eneale Pickett released the video to promote his clothing line
The body-worn camera is a tool like any other an officer can deploy; proficiency in use requires a “train like you fight” approach
Policy for the release of footage isn’t necessarily one-size-fits all, but the public does expect to see it, and PDs need to craft their BWC policy accordingly
The success or failure of community policing hinges on our ability to humanize both the law enforcement profession and the people we serve
The uniformed officer was picking up his lunch at Pieology when the cashier handed him a receipt that said “F*** the cops”
What happens if a law enforcement aircraft is in trouble?
Two Yuba County Sheriff’s deputies were wounded during a shooting on a Rastafarian church’s marijuana farm last month
“Justice4AnthonySmith” was spray painted in red on the memorial honoring fallen officers
The Coral Springs Human Resources manager went to pay, but the Chick-fil-A manager refused to take her money
Shaq was in town filming a PSA and decided to stop for a picture
Police Officer William Mathews was remembered as a conscientious officer with a friendly smile and big heart
The response to the original photo was so intense that the GPD has put in motion plans to produce a calendar of its officers to raise money for Irma relief
Police Chief Art Acevedo described Sgt. Steve Perez as “a man that had faith in his community and his family and his mission”
This gem has been floating around the internet for a while, and while its original author is unknown, the truths are just too accurate not to share
There is no reason law enforcement officers have to remain on the sidelines of democracy
Samantha Sepulveda says she’s still “the No. 1 summons issuer”