How To Encourage Diversity In Law Enforcement

I feel as an inside looking in, the promising practices highlighted in the Advancing Diversity in Law Enforcement report showcase the innovative and thoughtful work that dozens of law enforcement agencies are doing, there are also countless other agencies around the nation that are committed to this effort. Underlying this work is recognition that while greater workforce diversity alone cannot ensure fair and effective policing, there is a significant body of research suggesting that diversity can make policing more effective, safer and more just. In all the work that has taken place as part of the Advancing Diversity in Law Enforcement initiative, everyone recognizes that no single solution can create a more diverse police department.
Rather, law enforcement leaders across the country have expressed strong support for facilitating robust dialogue, collaborating on promising practices and creating customized solutions to specific …show more content…
"Building on innovative and creative strategies implemented by law enforcement around the country, our report highlights how agencies are bridging divides and creating lasting results. We hope agencies utilize this resource as they strive to strengthen their diversity, and we look forward to engaging with law enforcement on this critical topic over the coming months." "When law enforcement agencies remove barriers to equal opportunity, the agencies and the diverse communities that they serve both stand to benefit," said EEOC Chair Jenny R. Yang. "Departments from around the country have been working to build a robust and diverse talent pipeline to strengthen their workforce. This report raises up some of the most promising recruitment and retention practices of these