We would like to introduce you to the newest member of our team, Julie Yocca, our newly hired Manager of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Programs. She serves as a...
Author: Nicole Gibbs
Welcome All Newly Elected Chiefs, Sheriffs and Local Leadership in Georgia and Beyond!
After an incredibly successful turnout for our 2020 National Faith and Blue Weekend with over 1,000 events put on nationally and 140 events taking place right here in...
A Philadelphia Conversation of Community Leaders with National Faith and Blue Weekend sponosors: Wrap Technologies
After the tragic shooting of Walter Wallace, Jr. by Philadelphia Police Officers a few weeks ago, the nation saw the continued need and urgency for changes in...
National Faith and Blue Weekend Highlights of the Positive Impact Created
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” -- Margaret...
Community Policing vs. Traditional Policing
Community policing has been defined as a "philosophy, management style and organizational strategy" with the end goal of building community relationships and not only...
Clarkston Law Enforcement/ Community Panel Discussion
The names George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Rayshard Brooks are being chanted in the streets across America as part of a charged discourse on policing. Likewise, some...
Is “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Still Relevant Today?
In a recent interview, MovementForward's President and CEO Rev. Markel Hutchins was asked to share his perspective on the relevancy of "Lift Every Voice and Sing"...
The Need for Social Workers within Law Enforcement
The mission of a social worker is to be a rights advocate of those disempowered by society and become a voice on behalf of individuals who are not listened to or who...
Diversity in Police Departments Leads to Improved Community Relations
When you think about your idea of a police officer, do you picture people from all backgrounds and ethnicities?
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Virtual Vigil In Support of Law Enforcement in Portland
On Saturday, May 16th, the OneCOP Initiative in Portland will be hosting a virtual prayer vigil for law enforement and first responders who are serving through the...