CULTURAL SENSITIVITY AND AWARENESS As a profession, police are unique in the amount of power they can exercise with the general population. Because of this position of power and trust, police also...

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WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT
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Part 2    5
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Part 1
    Step 1: Community Policing and Outreach Programs – Community policing is a philosophy and a strategy that focuses on building positive relationships between the police and the community. This can be accomplished through various programs, such as community meetings, neighborhood watch groups, and partnerships with local organizations. Community policing programs provide opportunities for officers to interact with community members in a non-enforcement setting, building trust and increasing transparency. One specific program that I would implement is the Community-Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program offered by the U.S. Department of Justice. This program provides funding and resources for community policing initiatives, including hiring additional officers and implementing technology to improve communication and collaboration between the police and the community. In addition, I would also organize community meetings on a regular basis, where officers and community members can come together to discuss issues and concerns. These meetings would provide a platform for open communication and help build trust between the police and the community.
Supporting Literature:
· According to "Building Trust between Police and Communities" (Becker, 2021) community policing initiatives can assist change how people view the police and boost trust in the legal system. The COPS program has been successful in enhancing police-community ties across the nation, according to the study.
· The advantages of community policing are emphasized in "Community Policing: A Contemporary Perspective" (Rahn, 2021). These advantages include less crime and strengthened ties between the police and the community. The writers stress the value of communal gatherings for generating goodwill and establishing confidence.
    Step 2: Cultural Competency Training – Cultural competency training helps police officers understand and appreciate cultural differences in the communities they serve. This training can cover a range of topics, such as implicit bias, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication. Cultural competency training is essential for improving police-community relations and reducing cultural insensitivity. One specific program that I would implement is the Cultural Diversity Training program offered by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC). This program provides comprehensive training for federal law enforcement officers, including cultural awareness and diversity training. In addition, I would also require all officers to attend cultural competency workshops and training sessions on a regular basis. These sessions would provide opportunities for officers to learn about different cultures, histories, and traditions and to develop the skills necessary to effectively communicate with...