Hosted by Rhode Island Guardians Association

The many community policing efforts of today’s first responders are often marred by the mis-perceptions of both the officer and community member. When each has a better understanding of the other, their commitments to each other are freshened and strengthened.

Our conference proceedings have been designed for law enforcement personnel, as well as community activists and organizers seeking to improve their relationships with law enforcement.

Participants will receive instruction related to various issues facing today’s law enforcement officer and their impact on the manner in which they interact with members of the community, with a special emphasis on those interactions in communities of color. Issues of concern will include “Understanding Implicit Bias; Conflict Engagement; Effects of Sanctuary Policies on Community Policing; the Relationship Between Police and the Muslim Community”, and others designed to provide law enforcement officers with greater tools, knowledge and skills for interacting with people, particularly in communities of color. Speakers for each session bring a wealth of experience and training in their particular backgrounds and have been chosen for their specific knowledge in the chosen subject area.

Registration fee (completed online or received BEFORE October 13, 2017) is $175.00, per person.

Conference registration includes materials, continental breakfast, lunch, and certificate of participation. Checks should be made payable to NABLEO, c/o Sally Thomason, Conference Chair, 280 River Road # 105A, Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Telephone inquiries should be made to Lt. Charles Wilson, National Chairman at (401) 465-9152, or Sally Thomason, Conference Chair at (732) 469-2690.

ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED BY OCTOBER 13, 2017