Summary

Paula, a police officer and IPA member from Portugal, shares her experience of joining the police and the initial resistance from her husband and family. However, over time, they have become proud of her dedication and passion for her job. Paula also discusses her involvement with the International Police Association (IPA) and the importance of friendship and support within the organization. She talks about her role as the national president of IPA Portugal and the efforts to fulfill the dreams of the previous president. Paula highlights the IPA houses in Portugal and encourages IPA members to visit and experience the beauty of the country.

Takeaways

Paula faced resistance from her husband and family when she joined the police, but they have become proud of her dedication and passion for her job.
She joined the International Police Association (IPA) to meet other police officers, make friends, and support each other.
Paula served as the national president of IPA Portugal and worked to fulfill the dreams of the previous president.
Portugal has multiple IPA houses that can be booked by IPA members, providing a unique opportunity to experience the country.

Sound Bites

“It’s my life, it’s my job. I like to work when I love, because it’s forever for my life.”
“For me, the important thing is Servo per amicheco. For me, it’s very, very important because I like too many friends around with me.”
“Paula put her own shoes on and showed that Portugal can overcome such a sorrow time as it was when Annabella passed away.”

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Joining the Police
03:06 Involvement with IPA
06:32 Becoming President of IPA Portugal
11:06 IPA Houses in Portugal