What can you do to improve policing practices?
You can help make sure all San Franciscans know more about policing decisions, policies, programs, and their impact by becoming a meeting observer.
A variety of meetings deal with policing, such as the Police (Oversight) Commission, Police Districts, Sunshine Ordinance Task Force, and Supervisor meetings.
How do you get started as an observer?
We’re happy to train you, even if you prefer to observe on your own. The most important thing is for you to be involved. If you agree to a few standards, you can become an official League Observer. Through our training, you'll learn how to:
- Request information
- Share information (reports, social media, events, and so on)
- Invite others to learn about policing practices
If you'd like to observe on your own, check out the San Francisco Police Department calendar, which lists each district's meeting date, time, and how to RSVP.
What resources are available for observers?
We use five handouts in our trainings. Anyone who wants to use them, can.
SFPD COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Participate in Public Meetings
Learn about local police issues and speak directly to the officers in your community. Meetings are held monthly for each police district in the city.
Why should you care about policing practices?
Right now, the San Francisco Police Department has hundreds of reform initiatives. You deserve clear explanations of what these reforms will do.
How are they prioritized? Who is responsible? Why are we making these changes? How will this impact my life or my neighbors' lives? How do we know if a reform is working? What if some people benefit, but other people suffer?
Now is a powerful time to get involved. Your questions and comments on policing practices will change what happens.
Support LWVSF's policing practices work.
