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ENHANCING
LEADERSHIP & WELLNESS
THE POLICE FOUNDATION FUNDS INITIATIVES THAT ENHANCE LEADERSHIP,
WELLNESS, AND TRAINING ACROSS THE NYPD.
Enhancing police training and wellness improves policing outcomes for communities. Over the last several
years, the NYC Police Foundation has installed cardiovascular fitness centers, exercise equipment and blood
pressure monitors city-wide to ensure the physical health of its members. We provide funding for wellness
events and emotional therapy canines to support the mental health and wellbeing of the NYPD’s members.
Together with SL Green Realty Corp. & ZHL Group, the Police Foundation supported the renovation of the
Officer Lounge & Dormitory at the 32 Precinct, dedicated in memory of Detectives Jason Rivera & Wilbert
Mora. This was a part of many faculty enhancements including kitchens, lounges and officer dormitories.
Last year, the Police Foundation supported the NYPD’s Employee Assistance Unit by funding the purchase
of Glory, who joined K9s Piper and Jenny, the NYPD’s first-ever emotional support canines, at a ceremony
at last year’s Gala. Specially trained to detect human stress levels and helping to calm those undergoing
duress, these dogs are brought to critical incidents, training sessions and therapeutic sessions to support
members of the Department in need.
The Police Foundation also sponsored the vehicle upgrades to create mobile kennels and provided vet
equipment for these special members of the Department.
At the request of the NYPD Office of Professional Development, the Foundation also sponsors
the NYPD Commander College, an offsite two-week training program for commanders as they take on
leadership positions within the Department. The training focuses on financial management, public
speaking, human resources management, leadership essentials and wellness.
Each year, the Foundation sponsors the Annual NYPD Women’s Conference, which honors trailblazing
women in policing, and empowers the women of today’s NYPD. Uniformed and civilian members of the
service have an opportunity to network and attend workshops covering a broad range of topics including
work/life balance, navigating promotions, and caregiver resources that aim to empower and inspire.
The New York City Police Foundation recognizes the importance of investing
in a more equitable future for law enforcement. Their continuous support for
the annual Women’s Conference and programs such as the Women’s Institute
underscores their unwavering commitment to the women of the NYPD who
are the narrative changers working to break glass ceilings.
Wendy Garcia, Deputy Commissioner, Equity and Inclusion
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