Resources

How Cops Can Get To Know Their Communities

Law enforcement expert Nancy Fatura discusses the importance of knowing your community. When working in a culturally diverse area, it is important that officers recognize the different types of cultural groups they may encounter during the course of their duties.

Why Officers Should Be Communicative On The Job

The general public wants four things from police officers, but what happens when these things contradict what officers want? Officer Nancy Fatura talks about community relations and how to build a rapport with the public while keeping your safety in mind.

On Common Ground - Law Enforcement Training Video on Sikhism

The training film "On Common Ground" serves as a valuable tool in educating law enforcement officials, airport personnel, and various communities across United States on cultural and religious practices associated with Sikhism.

On Common Ground - Engaging and Building Partnerships with Muslim and Sikh Americans

The U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service offers two training programs, led by subject matter experts, which are designed to familiarize law enforcement and government officials, as well as civic and community leaders, with customs and cultural aspects of the Muslim and Sikh American communities.