Correcting the Imbalance in Law Enforcement Training
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There is a disconnect between how law enforcement officers are trained and the actual demands of the job. Often,…
Embracing Reform as a Response to Calls for Defunding the Police
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In the last several months, calls to defund the police have increased, as has the backlash against these calls.…
Can De-escalation Training Counteract “Siege Mentality”?
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Police de-escalation training already does a remarkable job: According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, 40 million people have…
Collaborative training bridges the divide between police and the communities they serve
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Mutual support between local communities and the law enforcement agencies that serve them is critical. Communities rely on their…
Using Simulators for more Effective Police Training for Homeless Policy Scenarios
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We’ve already the challenges addressing homelessness poses for law enforcement. The interaction of substance use, mental health issues, and…
Mental Health Training for Police: An Economic Argument
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It’s obvious that homelessness and mental health are huge issues in America. But let’s take a minute and set…