From Bobbies to Five-0 Policing and Community throughout History
- Natasha Greene (Iowa State University)
Abstract
Engagement and Inclusion Officers (EIOs) from Iowa State University Police will be discussing the history of law enforcement in the United States with a particular focus on how systemic isms have negatively impacted community policing. We will discuss the historical shifts in policing styles throughout the decades and their occurrence in relation to historical events such as the Chicano Blowouts, FBIs COINTELPRO, Stonewall Riots, and current events including Black Lives Matter and the call for an end to police brutality. It is important for law enforcement to acknowledge and name this historical context as one of the steps to rebuilding community trust and addressing systemic problems. After developing a foundational awareness of the history, we will discuss national and local efforts made by communities and law enforcement to improve policing today. This will include information about ISU PDs efforts and an overview of the EIO program.