Policing With The Newer Generations
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Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Class Time(s): 1/13/2027: 8:00 AM -- 4:00 PM
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Class Time(s): 1/13/2027: 8:00 AM -- 4:00 PM
Instructor Location:
Will County Sheriff's Department
Instructor: Andrew SotomayorWill County Sheriff's Department
16911 W. Laraway Rd
Joliet, IL 60433
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Joliet, IL 60433
Member's Fee: $0
Non-Member & Civilian Fee: $0
COURSE OVERVIEW:
This course will provide an overview of the following topics:
- Generational differences in policing and their implications.
- The impact of social media on law enforcement and public perception.
- Building trust and community relations through transparency and accountability.
- Effective communication techniques to engage younger generations.
- The role of technology in modern policing, including body cams, apps, and data analytics.
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques in high-stress environments.
- Community engagement initiatives that involve younger populations in co-creating safety solutions.
- Addressing mental health and substance abuse within law enforcement practices.
- Future trends in policing and their implications for younger generations.
COURSE GOALS:
The goals of the course are as follows:
- Students will understand the characteristics and values of different generations (Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z) and their impact on policing.
- Students will develop strategies to effectively engage younger populations through communication and transparency.
- Students will learn to leverage technology for improved law enforcement practices and community engagement.
- Students will master conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques in challenging situations.
- Students will gain insights into future trends in policing and their potential impact on law enforcement practices.
*Funded in Partnership with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board
This training covers the following mandates:
- Human Rights - 0.5 hours
- Officer Wellness and Mental Health - 1 hours
- Procedural Justice - 5 hours
- Use of Force: De-escalation Techniques - 1 Hour (0.5 Hour Scenario-Based) hours
