Community Relations
Childrens books about the roles and responsibilities of police officers can be invaluable tools to help kiddos develop an understanding of the importance of policing
Law enforcement must understand the sovereign citizen movement, and be able to identify specific components that make up the movement, in order to protect themselves.
Easily implementable strategies to educate your community, elected officials and the media about the value of your real time crime center
Your expertise will be of significant value to the group, but sometimes letting others add to the conversation gains credibility in the long run
Officials said the center’s 300-degree, five-screen VirTra training simulator, which has around 300 scenarios, is the first of its kind in Oklahoma
Mayor Richard Irvin strongly urged parade officials to reconsider their decision
A new program can help agencies gather real-time feedback about individual officer interactions with the citizenry
How education and effective communication can improve both officer and community safety
“We have to make an impact and show them we’re not the bad guys,” Sgt. Danny Pacheco said
Officer Bob Stump was seriously injured in a vehicle crash two years ago, and a community wasn’t going to let that sacrifice be forgotten
Julie Parker speaks with PIO Dionne Waugh about the media communications surrounding a mass shooting that claimed the life of 10, including Officer Eric Talley
Our society cannot expect any reasonable person to put their life on the line without significant guarantees in terms of their compensation, benefits, personal liability and physical well-being
This podcast is designed to reveal the full potential of true communication between cops and their communities through a long-discussion format
Nurturing positive community relationships is an integral part of maintaining a positive trajectory for police morale, enthusiasm and commitment
The friendship is opening up lines of communication with teenagers, young adults and the broader community
A sheriff’s office has disabled comments on its Facebook page. Here’s why that may not be a good idea
A suburban PD’s engagement strategies improvement plan provides officers with new tools to respond to minor police matters
The average patrol officer has the most potential to shape and influence how our profession is perceived by the public
When it comes to swinging for the fences, the motto in the Community Relations Unit tends to lean toward the “no idea is too big” mindset
If police forces are going to meet the needs of the communities they serve, they must collaborate and create a plan guided by evidence and governed by equity
Recommendations still offer a worthy template for today’s law enforcement agencies seeking to improve the level of trust in their communities
As many of our neighbors grapple with high crime and an increased sense their safety is at risk, we must dig in and have some uncomfortable discussions
From a holiday lights display to story time videos, the Guernsey County Sheriff’s Office looks for new ways to connect with community members
Focusing on the principles on which policing was founded can give officers important direction for facing today’s challenges
The HOPE Center will help get people off the streets, into warm beds, and working with social and mental health workers
In the field of public information, we strive to be transparent, but knowing when not to release information is critical
Strategies to de-escalate the system to help things go right for people
A trio of law enforcement professionals share the best practices they are using to connect cops with their communities
Law enforcement stepped up through acts of heroism – big and small – to create some good this year
“Technology plays an incredibly important role in making people feel safe, solving crimes, and building trust and legitimacy within the community.”
Chief Roger Schei of the Pocatello Police Department discusses the mindset required to be an effective law enforcement leader
The notion of the least amount of force sounds nice, which makes it deceptively easy to believe – however, the concept is inherently flawed
Understanding and communicating the “why” can make an incredible difference in the process and outcome of a contact
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