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NIJ’s Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science (LEADS) Scholars Programs

The LEADS Scholars Program advances evidence-based policing by supporting the development of research-minded law enforcement professionals. NIJ is accepting applications for law enforcement and civilian scholars. All applications are due May 3, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn how to apply.

Important Announcement to Law Enforcement Leaders and Agencies

The 2024 Professionalizing Law Enforcement Community Engagement Training (PLECET) National set for May 2-5, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia. Watch to learn more.

24 on 2024: A Police Leadership Playbook

Police1 gathered insights from the brightest and most experienced experts in law enforcement to create strategies for success in 24 key areas of policing.

10 Action Items for Police Leaders in 2024

Find out what experts think are the most important things for police executives to prioritize this year.

NPI and COPS Release New Report on Specialized Units

The guide provides practical, actionable considerations for agencies and communities to help determine whether to form a specialized unit and, if so, how to ensure appropriate management, oversight, and accountability for any such unit.

IADLEST Developing Cutting-Edge Constitutional Policing Training Resources

IADLEST seeks examples from the field to help build the project team’s understanding of what resources are currently being used to train officers in constitutional authority.

Advancing Policing Through Continuous Action

The National Policing Institute and the Commission on Accreditation on Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), reviewed federal pattern or practice investigations of law enforcement agencies conducted by the DOJ between 2010 and 2022 and have identified the common themes across the investigations and present seven key takeaways for law enforcement executives.

Improving Learning Outcomes in Police Academy Training

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A new study from the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards & Training looks at the potential effectiveness of reinforcing training consistently throughout a career in law and presents eight best practices for integrating curricula in law enforcement academies.

New Behavioral-Science Informed Training Found Effective

A new study from researchers at the University of Chicago Crime Lab has found a training program rooted in behavioral science can dramatically cut the number of times police officers use force while also increasing officer safety.

What Works in De-escalation Training

Brian Tich discusses implementation lessons and scaling strategies for police de-escalation training in Police Chief Magazine.