“Women in Law Enforcement” is dedicated to highlighting the unique challenges and accomplishments of female officers within the force. We focus on key issues facing female police officers, including workplace diversity, overcoming gender biases, and navigating the physical and mental demands of the job in a traditionally male-dominated field. We shed light on initiatives aimed at increasing the representation and success of women in law enforcement, and emphasize the importance of female leadership within law enforcement, showcasing the inspiring journeys of women who have risen to leadership roles.
DAY IN THE LIFE
With 24 years in policing, Isabel McDonald brings the compassion, dedication and empathy of a former funeral service director to her role as a K-9 officer and peer support advocate
Meet Alison Funaiock: Newport News Police Department’s trailblazing captain, former SWAT sniper and community advocate
Meet Mary Nero: Greensboro Police Department’s lone homicide victim advocate who managed a record 74 homicide cases in a single year
Meet Andrea Cortez, a 17-year law enforcement veteran and analyst at Elk Grove (Calif.) Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center
For Officer Macarena Garner, becoming an RTO is a dream fulfilled
Meet Lieutenant Jackie Pearson, a 26-year officer and resilience instructor at Fort Collins Police Services in Colorado
Master Deputy Addy Perez is a five-year veteran of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department in South Carolina
Equipping female officers with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in their careers
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Bland shares how courage, mentorship and stepping outside your comfort zone are essential to breaking barriers in law enforcement
SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR FEMALE OFFICERS
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Albany Police Chief Marcia Harnden faced many challenges when she stepped into the role, including employee discipline, high-profile uses of force and staffing shortages
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We know women can bring unique qualities and life experiences to this work. So, how do we get more women to understand how well-suited they are for policing?
Actionable strategies law enforcement can adopt to support female officers juggling motherhood and their careers
Data from the “What Cops Want” survey suggests a difference in how female and male officers feel valued, indicating a gap in workplace culture and environment
Law enforcement continues to struggle with recruiting women into the policing profession — recruiting websites aren’t helping
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COMPLETE COVERAGE
The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office’s day care center aims to improve employee retention and recruitment by addressing work-life balance challenges
The recent comments by entrepreneur Andy Frisella that were laced with misogyny and violence are a reminder that female officers are still fighting for respect
“His statements crossed far over the line from criticism to sharing violent fantasies of killing policewomen,” said St. Louis County police union President Derek Machens
We bring you a collection of social posts from agencies across the country celebrating their exceptional women in uniform
San Francisco police Sgt. Joelle Harrell was credited for her heroics as she kept pressure on 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall’s wounds until EMS arrived
To shape the next generation of leaders, focus on leading by example, empowering others, embracing authenticity and fostering resilience
San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was shot in the chest; Sgt. Joelle Harrell applied pressure to his wounds and helped him remain calm until EMS arrived
McDonald explains a typical day as a K-9 officer for the Seaport Operations Bureau, what her K-9, Bentley, is responsible for while on duty and how her role has evolved over her 24-year career
“When I was a young girl … I never thought my world would be outside the Bronx and with these girls — I feel like I see myself in them,” Commissioner Tania Kinsella said
Lisa Davis, who is currently assistant chief at the Cincinnati Police Department, is a U.S. Navy veteran with 30 years of law enforcement experience
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