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Law enforcement explorer programs act as a pipeline for recruiting, a way to engage employees in the future of the agency and an opportunity for your department to interact with youth in a non-traditional level. Learn how this youth volunteer program adds value to your organization in both optics and operations.
Objectives:
Learn the foundations of explorer programs.
Identify 3 tangible benefits of supporting a program.
Discover ways to allow employees to participate.
Discuss the department policy/SOPs as it pertains to the program.
Learn about potential funding sources including non-profit status or line-item budgeting.
Learn about incorporating benefits to the testing process for tenured program members.