Episode 6
The Rise and Faults of Community Policing
November 29, 2023
At IDEA Analytics, we connect the dots for our clients using systematic and new approaches to achieve lasting results.
In this episode, The Den dives into a discussion about the realities of community policing. Community policing focuses on forming partnerships and implementing problem-solving techniques to address public safety issues. But does this philosophy actually impact the communities themselves and their crime rates?
The panel agrees that community engagement is crucial for building trust and fostering collaboration between the police and the public. But they acknowledge that some police chiefs resist change, making it challenging to implement effective community policing strategies. They offer ideas for overcoming this behavior, suggest ways for chiefs to embrace roles outside their department, and unpack the difficulties of measuring engagement or broader issues.
Plus, Harold shares a story that illustrates the importance of community involvement in shaping the standards for their neighborhoods and establishing valuable relationships between police and the community.
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