In Public Safety (AMU)

The convergence of the scholar and practitioner mindsets helps to create informed criminal justice practices, policies, decisions and services

The prevalence of abuse and instability in the personal histories of many inmates makes them particularly vulnerable to traffickers

Administrators need to train COs about ways to identify, as well as how to report, suspicious activity that may be related to human trafficking

If administrators can understand why people become corrupt, they can better implement measures to deter unethical or illegal behavior

As public safety professionals, we tend to do a really great job of helping and comforting others in times of need

As the stigma of seeking help in the aftermath of trauma dissipates, our “community superheroes” have more and more tools for recovery at their disposal

It is estimated that between 24 to 31 percent of corrections staff exhibit symptoms of PTSD

Ongoing exposure to trauma can often affect a person’s ability to function both in their personal and professional life

Officers must keep their minds sharp and be able to analyze situations quickly and effectively so that they—and their colleagues—return home safely

The life expectancy of a correctional officer is 12-16 years shorter than individuals in other occupations

Making this shift could likely lead to the reduction of overall inmate-upon-officer assaults as well as inmate-upon-inmate assaults

Yoga allows people to increase their ability to focus and problem-solve, gives them heightened situational awareness, and helps them make intelligent gut reactions to situations

Discussion of suicide within the profession was a taboo topic because corrections employees were not supposed to appear emotionally vulnerable or fragile

When faced with a volatile situation, we must act with the utmost integrity and ensure our actions remain within the legal and departmental boundaries of our jobs

High levels of stress can adversely impact an officer’s professional performance and personal life