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The Operationalizing Never Again panel at IACP

December 1, 2025

IACP 2025 Panel Connects Lessons Learned from the Holocaust to Ethical Leadership

At IACP 2025, UVA faculty members joined a panel and discussed the "Operationalizing Never Again" program, which uses lessons from the Holocaust to teach ethical police leadership.

Two drone operators pilot a drone over a solar panel array

November 6, 2025

Countering Drone Threats

State and local agencies face drone threats but lack authority to act. Discover what's changing in counter-drone law and operations.

October 28, 2025

Major Metro Drone Deployment Models

Flying drones in NYC, DC, and LA isn't easy. Learn how these cities navigate restricted airspace and win public trust with their programs.

October 17, 2025

The Evolving Role of Drones in Public Safety

Discover how drone technology is revolutionizing law enforcement and fire services with DFR programs, real-time response, and cost-effective solutions.

September 30, 2025

Howard and Carol Safir Foundation and UVA Seek Proposals for the Public Safety Research Initiative Grant Program

UVA & Safir Foundation offer $150K in public safety research grants for urban policing, drug enforcement & cross-jurisdictional collaboration. Apply by Nov 10.

September 23, 2025

Law Enforcement Experts Gather to Share Proven Recruitment Solutions at UVA Conference

Although the law enforcement recruitment crisis deepens as 70% of agencies struggle to hire officers, UVA's Restoring the Ranks conference seeks solutions for police staffing.

A group photo of all of the attendees at the LOA 35 Anniversary event.

September 18, 2025

Global Law Enforcement Partnerships

Law enforcement leaders from over 30 countries unite at DC summit to strengthen international partnerships against transnational crime threats.

September 3, 2025

The Center for Public Safety and Justice Announces a New Partnership with the Howard and Carol Safir Foundation

UVA's Center for Public Safety and Justice partners with Howard and Carol Safir Foundation to launch research grant program supporting innovative public safety solutions.

A drone flies in the air with a cityscape behind it

August 25, 2025

Beyond the Headlines: How Drones Actually Help Police and Fire

This article details how drones are invaluable for public safety and the communities they serve; they deliver faster response times, enhance safety, protect both officers and suspects, and optimize the use of city resources.

There are two drone pilots standing on the ground. They both wear headsets and yellow reflective vests. The pilot on the left watches the pilot on the right, who is launching a drone into the air.

August 18, 2025

Lifesaving Drones

Learn how drones in law enforcement act as a life preserver. Public safety UAS enhance situational awareness and reduce risk for first responders and citizens alike.

July 21, 2025

From Law Enforcement Executive to Chief of Police

Ashley Griffin shares how UVA's Master of Public Safety program helped her become Chief of Police at the University of Colorado Boulder while balancing work and family.

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