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Operationalizing Never Again

2026 Operationalizing Never Again

Not on our watch!
April 11–15, 2026
Krakow, Poland
2026

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About the Delegation

The delegation for Operationalizing “Never Again” brings together a distinguished group of public safety leaders, law enforcement executives, and policy experts committed to transforming remembrance into action. Rooted in the lessons of history and the enduring moral imperative of “Never Again,” this delegation equips police chiefs, sheriffs, and public safety professionals with the knowledge, context, and practical tools to identify early warning signs of dehumanization, prevent atrocities, and uphold human dignity in their own communities. Through immersive experiences, cross-national dialogue, and a focus on ethical leadership, the delegation embodies a commitment to ensuring that the promise of “Never Again” is not a slogan, but a standard of practice.

The program has garnered profound support:

Phyllis Heideman

Phyllis Greenberg Heideman, President of the International March of the Living: "The Law Enforcement Delegation is a powerful representation, and testament to the commitment of those serving communities around the world, to ensure these atrocities never occur again."
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Paul Goldenberg, Senior Fellow for Transnational Security at the Rutgers University Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience: "This is an opportunity for leaders to reflect, learn, and take actionable steps to ensure accountability and ethical leadership in their organizations."
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Marvin Ben Haiman, Executive Director of CPSJ: "This is more than a history lesson; it’s about equipping leaders with the skills to navigate ethical dilemmas and uphold justice in a rapidly changing world. This course and the experience of participating in the International March of the Living is a life-changing experience."

About the Organizers

Rutgers-New Brunswick Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience
  • Rutgers University Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience focuses on improving the relationships between law enforcement and vulnerable communities through education, best practices, and research. Learn more: https://millercenter.rutgers.edu/
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Past Attendees

Click on any of the cards below to hear from past attendees about their experience attending.  Our past attendees have represented dozens of countries and consist of executives representing numerous agencies.

Jochen Kopelke

Federal Chairman, German Police Union (2025 Participant)
Chief John Russo

Past President, New Jersey State Chiefs of Police Association (2025 Participant)
Jochen Kopelke

Chairman Jochen Kopelke

Federal Chairman, German Police Union (2025 Participant)

Jochen shared, "Completing this important high-quality program together with colleagues gives strength for its application in everyday life."

Chief John Russo

Chief John Russo

Past President, New Jersey State Chiefs of Police Association (2025 Participant)

In 2025 I was honored to be part of a delegation chosen to represent law enforcement at the March of the Living and be part of the amazing learning opportunity titled “Operationalizing Never Again” presented by the Rutgers’s Miller Center for Policing and Community Resilience and the University of Virginia’s Center for Public Safety and Justice.   Learning of law enforcement’s role in the atrocities of the Holocaust and then being able to walk in uniform side by side with survivors and families of those who suffered under the rule of Nazi Germany was a heartfelt and moving experience like no other.

This opportunity of a lifetime was a highlight of my professional career and I strongly encourage any law enforcement leader looking to ensure our profession is never again used against those we have sworn to protect, be part of an upcoming delegation. 

2026 Agenda

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Day 1: April 11, 2026
Day 2: April 12, 2026
Day 3: April 13, 2025
Day 4: April 14, 2025
Day One
Day Two
Day Three
Day Four
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Session
Speakers
8:00 AM–11:59 PM

Arrival to Krakow Poland

10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Educational Program - Part 1

  • Stephen Levine

    Stephen Levine

    Associate Dean for Academic Programs
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    Stephen Levine, PhD

    Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Programs

    Stephen has taught U.S. cultural history at the University of Virginia (UVA) for the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) and the Corcoran Department of History in the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. He was a Scholar in Residence in the history department and then served as Senior Program Director for the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program, Senior Program Director for Undergraduate Degrees, and, since 2020, as Associate Dean for Academic Programs in SCPS. 

    When not at UVA, Stephen can often be found giving lecture performances or farming.

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    Marvin “Ben” Haiman

    Executive Director, Center for Public Safety and Justice
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    Mr. Marvin Haiman is an Assistant Professor and the Executive Director of Public Safety and Justice at the University of Virginia. He is also a Visiting Fellow and Research Scholar with Rutger’s University. Haiman served as the Chief of Staff for the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, D.C. between 2021 and 2024. In this capacity, Haiman oversaw daily operations of the Executive Office of the Chief of Police and was responsible for broad agency management and implementing strategic agency objectives.

    Haiman was responsible for several organizational units including the Office of Communications, Office of General Counsel, Office of Wellness and the Professional Development Bureau. He served as the Executive Director of the Professional Development Bureau between 2017 – 2021, leading the Recruiting Division, Metropolitan Police Academy Division, Human Resource Management Division, Disciplinary Review Division, Testing and Assessment Division, Equal Employment Opportunity Division, Office of Communications and the Strategic Engagement Office (Volunteer Services).

    Prior to being named Executive Director, Haiman served in a variety of capacities between 2015-2017, including developing the agency’s Office of Volunteer Coordination, serving as Chief of Staff for the Technical Services Division tasked with a broad range of IT operations, and Chief of Staff for the Strategic Services Bureau supporting and leading the administration of police recruitment, training, policy and volunteer service matters for the Department.

    Prior to returning to the Metropolitan Police Department, Haiman served as Director for the Homeland Security Advisory Council for the United States Department of Homeland Security, where he established several key task forces for the Secretary (e.g., Foreign Fighters, Integrity & Use of Force). Prior to his Federal service, Haiman led the Recruiting Division for the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, D.C., among various other positions. Haiman was responsible for restructuring the sworn hiring process, decreasing the amount of time it took to process candidates while increasing the quality of those officers hired.

    Haiman graduated from The Johns Hopkins University with a master’s degree in management through the Police Executive Leadership Program. He earned his undergraduate degree in mathematics from the University of Iowa and received designation as a Certified Public Management Program through George Washington University, as well as certification in Strategic Project Management. Haiman is also a graduate of the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security’s Executive Leadership Program. He received recognition by the International Association of Chiefs of Police in 2020 as a 40 under 40 recipient and the prestigious Gary P. Hayes Award by the Police Executive Research Forum. Haiman graduated from the Metropolitan Police Academy and continues his police service as a reserve police officer with the Metropolitan Police Department. Haiman resides with his family in Washington, D.C.

  • Amir Mor

    Amir Mor

    Guide

    Biography Pending

2:00 PM–4:30 PM

Walking Tour of Kazimierz

  • Amir Mor

    Amir Mor

    Guide

    Biography Pending

6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Dinner Program (Optional)

9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Educational Program - Part 2

  • Christophe Busche

    Christophe Busch

    Director, Hannah Arendt Instituut

    Director of the Hannah Arendt Institute Belgium. Focusing on perpetrator studies, polarization, radicalization, extremism, concentration camps, Auschwitz, media representation of camps and perpetrator photography.

12:30 PM–3:30 PM

Guided Tour of Auschwitz I

  • Amir Mor

    Amir Mor

    Guide

    Biography Pending

6:00 PM–7:00 PM

Dinner Program with MOTL

8:00 PM–10:00 PM

VIP MOTL Ceremony

11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Participation in the MOTL 2026

Including tours Auschwitz I, Auschwitz II-Birkenau, Ceremony @ Birkenau

  • Amir Mor

    Amir Mor

    Guide

    Biography Pending

7:00 PM–10:00 PM

Private Group Dinner & Reflections

Program Options

Track Certificate of Completion (jointly issued by Rutgers and UVA) [Non-Credit] Certificate of Completion (jointly issued by Rutgers and UVA) and Three Hours of Graduate Credit (Issued by the UVA)
Deadline to Enroll 2/1/2026 1/1/2026
Tuition Costs N/A $1,887 (3 graduate level credits) + $30 off-grounds fee
MOTL Costs* $2,500 pp + Airfare $2,500 pp + Airfare
Courses

March 6th – April 25th 

  • 3 pre-trip courses
  • 3 days on-site

January 12th – May 1st 

  • 4 pre-trip courses
  • 3 days on-site
    • 1 post trip course + assignments

*Covers hotel lodging (4 nights), meals, ground transportation, security, programmatic fees, entrance fees (see detailed explanation of exact components)

 

Impactful Experiences
Participants begin with pre-trip virtual seminars that delve into historical case studies, examining law enforcement's complicity during the Holocaust, with a focus on units such as Reserve Battalion 101. These sessions emphasize ethical decision-making and active bystandership, equipping officers with the tools to uphold justice in today's complex societal landscape.

The on-site experience in Krakow, Poland is both educational and deeply moving. Law enforcement officials from across the United States, Europe, and Canada join the March of the Living from Auschwitz to Birkenau. This participation serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of unchecked hatred and the vital role of police in safeguarding human rights.

Patrick Callahan

During the pilot of this program, reflecting on the significance of the March, Colonel Patrick Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police, remarked, "To be there [Auschwitz] and to be in uniform … it was not easy. We had kids thinking we were SS officers or Nazi soldiers. To see my own shadow on those cobblestone streets of Auschwitz was unnerving. It was uncomfortable."  He further expressed the emotional impact of the visit: "I sobbed. The magnitude of it all was heartbreaking. I am forever changed."

Operationalizing Never Again stands as a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies to learn from history and to embody the principles of justice, ethical leadership, and human rights. Through this program, participants are not only educated about the past but are also empowered to apply these critical lessons to their roles in contemporary society, ensuring that the atrocities of history are never repeated.

Event venue

All sessions and accommodations will take place at the modern and stylish PURO Hotel Kraków Kazimierz, located in the heart of Kraków’s vibrant and historic Jewish Quarter. The hotel offers a unique blend of contemporary comfort and artistic charm, with easy access to cultural landmarks, dining, and nightlife.  For all offsite sessions, coach bus transportation is included and provided.

Lodging options

PURO Kraków Kazimierz
ul. Halicka 14A, 31-036 Kraków, Poland

Airports

Kraków John Paul II International Airport (KRK) is the closest airport to PURO Hotel, approximately 25 minutes by car.

  • Taxis and rideshare services are readily available outside the arrivals terminal.
  • Public transportation options (bus or train) also connect directly to the city center.

Room block

A block of rooms has been reserved at PURO Kraków Kazimierz and will be included in your registration for 4/11 - 4/15/2026. All guest rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, access to the wellness and fitness area, and in-room amenities curated for comfort and relaxation.

Past Highlights

Highlights from the 2024 MOTL

The role of police in the Holocaust

MOTL 2023: Statement from Delegation of Chiefs of Police & Senior Law Enforcement Officials

Operationalizing ‘never again’

Sarah Calams
https://www.police1.com/police-training/articles/operationalizing-never-again-KRNJq09znyMdXzZp/

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