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Youth Police Academy (July 2 - 6, 2013) Information update Natasha Goudar, Manager

Youth Police Academy (July 2 - 6, 2013) Information update Natasha Goudar, Manager Equity, Diversity and Human Rights. Youth Police Academy Objectives. To build trust between the EPS and Injera communities (Somali, Sudanese, Ethiopian, Eritrean and Oromo);

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Youth Police Academy (July 2 - 6, 2013) Information update Natasha Goudar, Manager

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  1. Youth Police Academy (July 2 - 6, 2013) Information update Natasha Goudar, Manager Equity, Diversity and Human Rights

  2. Youth Police Academy Objectives • To build trust between the EPS and Injera communities (Somali, Sudanese, Ethiopian, Eritrean and Oromo); • These communities gain a better understanding of police roles and responsibilities; • Shared understanding of cultural safety; • Quality feedback about community priorities.

  3. Academy Curriculum • Curriculum built in partnership with Injera communities, EPS, and the Centre for Race and Culture. • Topics included: • Accountability and Integrity • Gang and Drug • Sexual Assault • Recruit Skills Challenge • Proactive problem-solving walk with Beat officers

  4. Program Accomplishments • 45 Youth participated in the program; • 80% of the youth felt more comfortable around police officers; • 90% said they felt more confident to talk to a police officer in their community after participating in the YPA.

  5. Shared Lessons • Knowledge gained at Academy must be shared with other EPS members; • Relationships built through Academy must be sustained and expanded; • “Community-driven; Police supported” • “It’s checking myself, making sure I’m not coming across as a dominant cop.” – EPS Presenter

  6. Principles for future Academies • Academies must be developed in partnership with community and EPS; • Presentations tailored to the audience in a culturally sensitive manner; • Community partners are vital; • More opportunities for youth to share their priorities and concerns; • Dialogue, debate, questioning, inquiry, and cultural awareness are vital.

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