David Teodosio at Police Chief Magazine

Women distraught in the street wrapped in robes

It Matters

Then-Captain Mike Hanifin stood proudly in front of his peers, choked up and fighting back tears. He paused before he uttered two powerful words that resonated with his colleagues and summed up the ef...

Community-Police Engagement

New Skills, New Friends, New Perspectives

Youth-focused policing is a proactive strategy that enables police to engage with youth early, aiming to reduce delinquency, crime, victimization, long-term health and criminal justice costs, and prol...

Youth

The Vital Role of Credible Messengers

In 2022, gun-related incidents were the leading cause of death for children in the United States.1 Since 2020, firearm deaths have surpassed those from car accidents.2 While overall violent crime rate...

Community-Police Engagement

From a Vision to Success

The mission statement of the Sioux Falls Police Department (Sioux Falls, South Dakota) is “Partnering with the community to serve, protect, and promote quality of life.” The department consistentl...

Youth

Co-Creating New Pathways for Youth Engagement

Talk to most young people today, and they will express that times are hard. Youth are dealing with mental health issues, financial pressures, inequities, and other difficult societal conditions. Th...

Focus on Officer Wellness

Focus on Officer Wellness: Empowering Departments

In recent years, officer resignations have continued to increase with some agencies reporting nearly 50 percent more resignations in 2022 than in 2019.1 This stark shift can’t be traced back to one ...

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: Broadening the Reach of Speed Cameras

It was a hazy, overcast day, and “Matthew” had overslept. He was in a rush to get to work. But the traffic lights didn’t seem to want to comply with his plan. Annoyed and trying to make up for l...