In this final instalment of a three-part series, former Deputy Commissioner of New South Wales Police Mick Willing explores the future of policing—locally, nationally, and globally.

He offers candid insights into the structural, cultural, and technological challenges facing modern law enforcement, from workforce retention and digital transformation to legitimacy and public trust.

Drawing on his experience in policing, the private sector, and the not-for-profit world, Mick outlines a compelling vision for policing that embraces partnerships, people-first strategies, and international collaboration. He also reflects on his personal journey—what drives him, what’s next, and how he hopes to contribute to global policing in the years ahead.

Watch Part 1: https://policing.tv/videos/from-detective-t…mick-willing-pt1/

Watch Part 2: https://policing.tv/videos/challenges-after…mick-willing-pt2/

Takeaways

• Policing must evolve to meet complex global challenges, from cybercrime to public trust.
• Retention and well-being are critical—the profession must invest in people, not just processes.
• Public-private-charity partnerships will be essential to solve “wicked problems” in policing.
• Technology must serve frontline officers, not overwhelm them—innovation must be strategic and sustainable.
• Mick’s cross-sector experience positions him to contribute meaningfully to global policing reform.

Chapters
00:00 The Future of Policing: Challenges and Opportunities
06:48 Partnerships in Policing: Public and Private Sector Collaboration
10:14 Personal Contributions to Policing: A Vision for the Future

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