Multicultural Law Enforcement: Strategies for Peacekeeping in a Diverse Society

by Robert M. Shusta

For courses covering multicultural issues in law enforcement.

A classic text in peacekeeping, cultural awareness, and diversity in law enforcement
Multicultural Law Enforcement: Strategies for Peacekeeping in a Diverse Society provides practical information and insight to prepare officers for culturally sensitive policing. The content explores the pervasive influences of culture, race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation in the workplace and in multicultural communities. It also delves into topics such as gangs, victims of human trafficking, homelessness, mental illness, and international events and their impact on law enforcement in the U.S. The 7th edition reflects new and expanded information on issues facing law enforcement professionals and the communities they serve, such as implicit biases and police-community mutual stereotypes.

424 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1994

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[s · Rating 5 out of 5]

Covers a lot of information on different cultural groups that would be beneficial to anyone not just LEOs.