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.
This is a day to show the men and women in blue how much we value them, their service and protection of our communities
Discover how advancements in AI-powered translation tools are revolutionizing multilingual communication in public safety
The mental discipline developed through chess can help officers remain calm and composed in high-stress situations
Learn how Larsen’s hefty donation for officer wellness and community engagement builds on his extensive history of supporting law enforcement in the City by the Bay
If the first time you meet your community is after a tragedy, it’s too late
The “cruiser” was equipped with lights and sirens, allowing the “deputized junior police operators” to “go on patrol”
Funaiock discusses her role as a police captain, how SWAT prepared her for leadership and her vision for women’s roles and promotion in law enforcement
Meet Alison Funaiock: Newport News Police Department’s trailblazing captain, former SWAT sniper and community advocate
Each of the SFPD’s 10 districts will receive $100,000 from Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen to spend on equipment or programs to aid in officer wellness and community outreach
Officials called for community members to support the family of the veteran Hatboro police officer
While the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Animal Farm is home to mainly confiscated animals, the farm also serves as a unique criminal justice reform program for inmates
More than 200 hundred kids and their parents had a chance to learn how to fish while having positive interactions with Wisconsin law enforcement officers
We should consider how our actions will “look” and what “they” will say about them
In addition to co-response, the program will also offer peer support for incarcerated veterans and “after-care” for those who have suffered a mental health crisis
Arya Patel, who has osteosarcoma, spent the day motivating officers, fighting crime and running drills with firefighters
Mayor Michelle Wu announced a six-pronged plan that seeks to target resources and interventions in hot-spot areas prone to violence
How integrated technology and AI elevates emergency incident response
“Receiving...feedback allows us to leverage our training, policies and procedures, and focus where our community values it the most,” Aurora PD Chief Keith Cross said
This seasoned police veteran and aspiring congresswoman outlines her vision for restoring and enhancing public safety and law enforcement support
“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
The book was inspired by a desire to build foundational trust between the community and law enforcement from an early age
At the end of the day, your health is largely in your hands; take some extra time to take care of you
Departments and officers should factor in citizen concerns, the U.S. Flag Code and the First Amendment in their decision
The proposed budget includes a request to fund the Collaborative Reform for Juvenile Justice program to address emergencies in their juvenile justice systems
The C.O.R.E (Community Outreach Recruitment & Engagement) unit features spaces for meetings, gaming and sports, offering a new option for community policing
The program is currently being implemented in four Chandler elementary schools where sixth graders are taught four classes covering topics such as leadership and cyber dilemmas
The free event, designed to discourage teens from illegal street racing by providing a safe, controlled environment, was held at a Tulsa race track
Agencies often complement footage with detailed briefings and written reports to provide comprehensive context
A new report by the COPS Office highlights effective strategies for engaging young people in law enforcement careers
The project allows local police and law enforcement partners to take a proactive role in providing comprehensive training and support to different entities in their community
In certain police zones, low-level criminal offenders can now be referred to the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion instead of facing criminal charges
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