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Working toward diversity in a campus police department
Author(s) -
Rahn Josh
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
campus security report
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1945-6247
pISSN - 1551-2800
DOI - 10.1002/casr.30620
Subject(s) - diversity (politics) , workforce , face (sociological concept) , public relations , workforce diversity , police department , political science , sociology , criminology , law , social science
Police departments across the nation face challenges when it comes to achieving a diverse workforce. At the same time, research often points to the many benefits of diversity, from better community relationships to more successful recruiting efforts. And while campus police departments might have some recruiting advantages in this regard — universities are, after all, incredibly diverse environments — the challenges remain. Overcoming the many roadblocks to diversity requires a comprehensive approach and a willingness to embrace change.