Center for Public Safety and Justice

News | April 23, 2025

Beyond the Badge

Professional staff from 103 agencies gathered at UVA's Leading Without a Badge Summit to elevate civilian leadership in law enforcement and public safety.
Event | May 21, 2025

Speaker Series: Does Education Matter in Policing panel

This session will explore the role of education in shaping effective, ethical law enforcement. Topics include the potential benefits of degree requirements, specialized training, and ongoing education as tools for developing well-rounded officers in the field. 
News | May 13, 2025

Does Education Matter in Policing?

This article examines the 90-year history of calls for increased education standards in policing, from the 1931 Wickersham Commission to today's recruitment challenges, and how education requirements impact diversity, public trust, and the future of law enforcement.
News | April 17, 2025

Never Again

UVA Master of Public Safety students travel to Poland for the International March of the Living to study policing history during the Holocaust and apply lessons to modern law enforcement.
News | April 8, 2025

Grace Under Pressure

Experts reveal essential disaster preparedness strategies for emergency management professionals facing rising climate threats and resource challenges in rural communities.
News | May 1, 2025

Balancing Innovation with Trust

Discover five essential strategies public safety leaders can use to implement AI responsibly, build community trust, and ensure ethical oversight while advancing service and safety.
Center for Public Safety and Justice Board Member

Hugh Clements

Director, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), U.S. Department of Justice