In this second conversation, Kurtis Christoforides, Chief Executive of Police Now, discusses the organization’s mission to recruit diverse and talented individuals into policing.

He emphasizes the importance of building trust within communities and the need for a police force that reflects the demographics it serves. The conversation covers the various programs offered by Police Now, recruitment strategies, and the impact of their initiatives on the policing landscape. Kurtis also addresses the standards required for recruits and the organization’s aspirations for future growth, including potential international collaborations.

Takeaways

• Policing is a vital public service that impacts all sectors.
• Police Now aims to recruit diverse individuals into policing.
• Building trust with communities is essential for effective policing.
• Many recruits initially see policing as a stepping stone.
• Over 80% of recruits stay in policing long-term.
• Police Now focuses on underrepresented talent pools.
• The organization runs three main programs for recruitment.
• Collaboration with police forces is key to recruitment success.
• Police Now has recruited over 3,222 officers since inception.
• The organization aspires to expand its reach internationally.

Sound Bites

• “We need to win back the trust of the public.”
• “We run three programs to support policing.”
• “We’ve recruited 3,222 officers since 2014.”

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Police Now and Its Mission
01:01 – The Importance of Policing in Society
04:05 – Recruitment Strategies and Career Paths in Policing
07:39 – Programs Offered by Police Now
10:00 – Recruitment Process and Community Engagement
14:19 – Impact and Reach of Police Now
18:03 – Future Aspirations and Opportunities for Police Now
19:07 – Standards and Expectations for Recruits

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