From 'constructive struggle' to 'connecting authority' Making an Impact on Future Police

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1 From 'constructive struggle' to 'connecting authority' Making an Impact on Future Police

2 Police officers have to Balance the tension between enforcement and service Cope with constant confrontation, mortal danger, exposure to lawsuits Deal with trauma, bereavement and loss

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4 Functional identity of police officers Suspicious Covert Cynical Pessimistic Authoritative Conservative Rigid Macho

5 An emotional position creates a wedge between policeman and civilian. The service approach often does not connect with the motivations that inspired the individual to join the police. Motivation Reality Consequence Respect Lack of genuine respect Low self-worth Success & determination Conflict between serving and enforcement Disillusionment Deterrence Mutual escalation Powerlessness and longing to be a stronger police force

6 NVR Workshops

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8 Destructive struggle is based on willingness to attain radicalism, rejecting any prospect of positive approach, desire to cause the utmost damage to the opponent, and willingness to cause suffering to all involved, including yourself, in return for a false vision of utter victory. מתורגמים להולנדית סופי\ b.mp4

9 Constructive struggle is an approach that aims to manage controversy in order to prevent escalation, reduce pain, find mutual goals, and maintain vital elements of the relations.

10 Escalating Reactions Perceiving the other as negative. Moderating Reactions Perceiving the other as legitimate מתורגמים The need to win mp4 להולנדית סופי\הרסני. The need to מתורגמים להולנדית resist mp4 סופי\בונה. Reaction An eye for an eye Reaction Breaks the cycle of force

11 Escalating Reactions Need to control the other Moderating Reactions The desire for self-control Anonymity Publicity And documentation Instant reaction Reaction after thought

12 Restraint/self control Assertiveness Active listening Isolation Documentation Dealing with Various Kinds of Provocations (Common provocation pool) Verbal provocations Show restraint and ignore the provocation (at least at first); don't reply with counterinsults and don't argue/explain/justify yourself. Assertive but non-aggressive tone Repeat offered phrase several times to intensify the effect Focus on the event and be sure to stop the offense first Understanding what motivates the civilian: calms down after ventilating steam/ creating confrontation/ distracting policeman from the offense and coordinated action Gatherings against police Photo'ing policeman from too close Key phrases in the situation "Sir/Ma'am, I'm here to deal with the current event; let's focus on what is happening right now, not on other issues." "Sir/Ma'am, right now you are not letting me perform my duty. I'm asking you to stop, otherwise I will be forced to handle the interruption with legal means."

13 The Effect of the Workshop on Policemen s Behavior in Simulations Dimension Results of Anova Analysis Average score of behavior in the experimental group Average score of behavior in the control group Average SD Average SD Asymmetry F(1,26)=34.91,p< Ripeness F(1,26)=6.78,p< Resistance F(1,26)=17.99,p< Transparency F(1,26)=17.17,p< Constructive Struggle (High Level) F(1,26)=26.44,p< Immediacy F(1,26)=10.34,p< Suspicion F(1,26)=14.92,p< Destructive struggle (High level) F(1,26)=16.23,p<

14 Police Work in a Multicultural Society A worldwide challenge (UK,USA, France, Germany, Netherlands, Israel) Confrontations with minorities who perceive the police as discriminating and violent Relevant to all command and executive ranks

15 The Loss of Authority in Minorities&Immigrant Families Desocialization Resocialization Weakening of parental authority and role reversal in the family

16 Core Concept: The appropriate way to make a solid change in law obedience norms in a multicultural society, is to increase the level of trust among the public, which is related directly to being present, offering a supportive service, and responding quickly to civilians at the station premises.

17 Connective Authority Principles Presence rather than distance or friendship De-escalation and prevention (community policeman) Utilizing public opinion and publicity (local papers, new media, flyers, billboards, local authority leaders' conference) Engaging supporters from the community in the war on crime (parents' forum, local authority officials) Consistence and persistence (community police, parent patrol) Active resistance initiatives against juvenile delinquency Positive reconciliation gestures (special policecommunity days)

18 Workshops for Commanders and Policemen

19 Success of the Program will lead to: Police Viewpoint: A police that is present and accessible Increased number of reports The police as a problem-solving entity The policeman as a reliable figure Fairness in process influence through recognition of the mental complexity in a multicultural society Fair, equal service Polite and courteous conduct Motives which raise trust and objectivity

20 Challenges in Program Implementation The younger generation does not take sufficient part in the process. How do we train policemenin the approach? A cultural and mental change is needed in the system to improve work relations with the Arab sector (this is a challenge for other organizations too, not just the police). Difficulties in creating a mental and behavioral change in the sector due to tribal culture (sectoral crime).

21 What can be Done: Topics for improvement Knowing the Other. Pursue respectable figures in the sector to talk with local policemen about the Arab culture. A monthly panel of station commanders with respectable figures, business owners. Establishing a parent patrol in each village. Social activities for the benefit of the community. Establishing forums (religious and educational figures and other distinguished persons).