Collaborating to Address Key Challenges in Policing
Publication Date: 2015
Abstract: The first chapter of this publication discusses the key concepts for strengthening trust and collaboration between police executives and labor leaders. These key principles focus on finding common ground, engaging in open communication and seek input from one another, handling disagreements with respect and professionalism, understanding and respecting each other's roles and responsibilities, and working together to promote officer safety and wellness. The second chapter shows how labor and management leaders can cooperate on key issues, including increasing body armor and seat belt use among officers; recruiting and retaining a strong, diverse workforce; promoting officer mental and physical wellness; and developing workable social media policies. The third chapter provides a comprehensive, user-friendly list of the strategies identified in the first two chapters.