From the classroom to the community: introducing process in police diversity training

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Title:	From the classroom to the community: introducing process in police diversity training
Author(s):	Jerome L. Blakemore, (Loyola University, Chicago), David Barlow, (University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee), Deborah L. Padgett, (University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee)
Citation:	Jerome L. Blakemore, David Barlow, Deborah L. Padgett, (1995) "From the classroom to the community: introducing process in police diversity training", Police Studies: Intnl Review of Police Development, Vol. 18 Iss: 1, pp.71 - 83
Keywords:	Community policing, Ethnic groups, Skills, Training, USA
Article type:	Conceptual Paper
DOI:	10.1108/EUM0000000004470 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	MCB UP Ltd
Abstract:	The preparation of police officers for work in a multicultural society has become a major concern for police departments, local governments, and the general community. This article provides a critique of the methods used in cultural diversity training and suggests a number of principles and strategies for conducting this training. Rather than a standardized training format, the article proposes that diversity training provide participants with skills to develop and maintain cultural competence. This application suggests that successful cultural diversity training is didactic and experiential. encouraging officers to “connect” with the communities they seek to understand.