ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
Mobile Police Department Bridging the Gap Program: Improving Relations between the Police and the Community
- Tyler Tillery
University of South Alabama - Kaitlyn Schuler
University of South Alabama - Jameson Beech
South Texas VA - Curtis Graves
City of Mobile Police Department - Krista Mehari
University of South Alabama
Abstract
Bridging the Gap is a national program developed to facilitate positive relationships between law enforcement and students.The current study evaluated the effectiveness of this program in Mobile County schools through surveys. Students reported significantly increased knowledge of how to interact with police officers, and finding the training helpful.
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