Archive for October 2025
National Policing Institute and Zencity Launch Inaugural Nationwide Public Safety Confidence Index
The National Policing Institute (NPI) and Zencity today announced the launch of the NPI-Zencity Public Safety Confidence Index, a first-of-its-kind measure of how Americans view law enforcement and sense of safety. Based on feedback from more than 20,000 respondents each year, the Index draws from regular community input to provide a clear, data-driven view of…
Read More6 Community Policing Survey Mistakes to Avoid
Reliable, valid measurement using sound psychometric principles Creating, conducting, and interpreting surveys is more complicated than it may seem. Law enforcement agencies across the country are joining us in recognizing the importance of data-driven decision-making in improving public safety outcomes, reducing crime, and increasing community satisfaction with police services. But where do you get that…
Read MoreManaging Critical Incidents and Mass Demonstrations: Building Trust Through Preparedness and Restraint
From large-scale political rallies to spontaneous community marches, the American tradition of protest has surged in both frequency and intensity over the past decade. These events are an essential expression of democracy — but they also present complex challenges for public safety. While the vast majority of demonstrations remain peaceful, research shows a measurable rise…
Read MoreNational Policing Institute Honors Outstanding Law Enforcement Leaders with Annual Awards
ARLINGTON, VA – October 17, 2025 – The National Policing Institute (NPI) announces the recipients of its Annual Awards for 2025: Chief (Ret.) J. Thomas “Tom” Manger will be honored with the Commissioner Patrick V. Murphy Award for Leading Change in Policing, and Chief (Ret.) Terrence M. “Terry” Cunningham will receive the Hubert Williams Equal…
Read MoreNational Policing Institute Partners with Polis Solutions to Offer New Data Analytics Tools and Services for Law Enforcement
ARLINGTON, VA – October 16, 2025 – The National Policing Institute (NPI) and Polis Solutions announce a partnership offering law enforcement agencies state-of-the-art technology and services that leverage body-worn camera (BWC) video analysis to optimize agency performance. The partnership will combine NPI’s deep scientific and law enforcement expertise with Polis Solutions’ innovative TrustStat™ technology to…
Read MoreHow We Figure Out What Works in Policing (and Why It Matters)
When most people think about police work, they picture TV scenes—high-speed chases, arrests, and traffic stops. But behind the scenes, police leaders and researchers are working to answer bigger questions: What truly works in policing? Does it improve public safety? Does it support officer wellness? That’s where the National Policing Institute comes in. Since 1970,…
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