Post these lists as reminders of how officers can attempt to make a difference in their communities not only with African American children but with other children as well.”

Please read chapter 6 and answer question 5. Make the list of actions that probation/parole agents, correctional officers, and law enforcement officers can take to demonstrate their care for the children/youth they work for and work with. Create both an idealistic and realistic list and share that with your peers. Next use the opportunity (reflecting on three of peers entries) to help each other sharpen the list of things we can all do and make it practical and applicable. Show the final list to agents and officers and use it when you are in the field.
Question 5
“Many young African American children live without a father in the household. This means that they do not have a second parental figure as a role model and are consequently deprived of an important source of adult support. No one can take the place of a missing parent, but there are small and large things a police officer can do to at least make an impression in the life of a child. Compile a list of actions officers can take to demonstrate their caring for children in this type of environment. Include in your first list every gesture, no matter how small; your second list can be more realistic and include actions that can be taken given the resources available. Select someone to compile both sets of suggestions (i.e., the realistic and ideal suggestions). Post these lists as reminders of how officers can attempt to make a difference in their communities not only with African American children but with other children as well.”

Chapter 6 in Multicultural Law Enforcement Strategies for Peacekeeping in a Diverse Society
Philip R. Harris Ph.D., Aaron T. Olson M.Ed., Herbert Z. Wong Ph.D., Dee…6th edition