May 2022 - Police Chief Magazine

Staying Engaged and Well During Turbulent Times

Law enforcement officers often profess that they joined the profession to “catch the bad guys,” “protect and serve” the community, get a good and steady paycheck, and experience all the “fee...

Officer Safety & Wellness

Spiritual Wellness

During the last several years, law enforcement has experienced a growth in officer health and wellness training and programs. The core of information and training has centered around physical and ment...

Officer Safety & Wellness

Current Trends in Psychological Fitness for Duty Evaluations

Psychological Fitness for Duty Evaluations (FFDE), when used legally and correctly and performed competently, are a vital component of a comprehensive officer wellness program for law enforcement agen...

President's Message

President’s Message: A Culture of Wellness

The safety and wellness of police officers are critical components of a properly functioning agency. While historically undervalued due to perceived cultural norms, insufficient resources, or lack of ...

Officer Safety & Wellness

FBI Leads Effort to Understand and Prevent Suicide Among Law Enforcement Officers

Since September 1, 1930, the FBI has collected and published crime and employee data for law enforcement agencies across the United States. Over the years, the FBI has adapted and adjusted what data a...

Education & Training

The Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Conversations surrounding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for law enforcement has been gaining increasing traction in recent years. Some police leaders are on board and have begun implementing training p...