The Women in Special Constabulary Conference brought together female officers from various policing backgrounds to discuss the unique challenges they face, share their personal experiences, and by using their insight, explore ways to enhance support and leadership for women in policing.
The conference emphasized the importance of community service, empowerment, and the need for a supportive environment to encourage more women to join and thrive in the Special Constabulary.
We hear from amongst others
- Special Chief Officer James Deller
- Dame Lynne Owens, Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolis
- DAC Alexis Boon,
- VAWG lead Special Chief Inspector Aman Sandhu
- Former SCO Lorraine Woolley
- Dr Ashley Frayling and Dr Iain Britton
- Insp Jennifer Sharpling
Takeaways
- The conference focused on issues relating to women in the Special Constabulary.
- Dame Lynne Owens highlighted the importance of women’s contributions to policing.
- Challenges such as fitness tests and gender biases were discussed.
- Personal stories from officers illustrated the diverse motivations for joining the force.
- Support networks are crucial for women navigating their careers in policing.
- Leadership roles for women in policing are essential for representation.
- The need for more female officers in various roles was emphasized.
- The impact of menopause on women’s careers in policing was addressed.
- The conference aimed to gather actionable insights for future improvements.
- Commitment to ongoing support for women in the Special Constabulary was reaffirmed.
Sound Bites
“This is an opportunity for officers to come together.”
“The challenges are there, they’re still there.”
“It’s really important to get more women into leadership roles.”
Chapters
00:00. Introduction to the Women in Special Constabulary Conference
02:57. Challenges Faced by Women in Policing
06:02. Personal Journeys and Experiences of Special Constables
08:59. Support and Leadership for Women in Policing
11:58. Reflections and Future Directions for Women in the Special Constabulary
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