Enforcement Diversity & Inclusion Council – EDIC

About

The Enforcement Diversity & Inclusion Council – EDIC is a national initiative dedicated to fostering equity, cultural competency, and inclusive leadership within the fields of law enforcement, public safety, corrections, and emergency services. EDIC connects officers, agency leaders, civil rights advocates, policymakers, and community stakeholders to promote justice, representation, and systemic accountability.

Mission

To advance inclusive practices, community trust, and equity-driven leadership in enforcement and public safety sectors.

Vision

To build safe, just, and inclusive communities through representative enforcement practices, equitable policy, and transparent leadership.

Training & Workshops

EDIC offers specialized programming to advance inclusive safety and leadership:

  • Inclusive Leadership in Law Enforcement
  • Cultural Competency & Community Engagement
  • DEI Recruitment & Retention Strategies
  • Trauma-Informed Policing Practices
  • Equity in Use of Force and Public Safety Policies
  • Building Civilian Oversight & Transparency
  • LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Public Safety
  • Disability Awareness and Accessibility in Enforcement
  • Women in Public Safety Leadership
  • Preventing Bias in Policing
  • Restorative Justice & Community Healing Models
  • Measuring DEI Impact in Public Safety Agencies

Recognition

EDIC honors impactful leadership and inclusion in public safety:

  • Diversity Leadership in Enforcement Award
  • Inclusive Public Safety Agency of the Year
  • Community Engagement & Equity Champion Award
  • Rising Leader in Enforcement DEI Award
  • Women in Enforcement Leadership Award

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Schedule

Schedule 2025: September 15-19, 2025
Day 1: Inclusive Leadership in Enforcement, Keynote on Community-Centered Safety
Day 2: Cultural Competency & Trauma-Informed Policing
Day 3: Women in Public Safety, Use of Force Policy Reform Panel
Day 4: LGBTQ+ & Disability Inclusion, Networking Forum
Day 5: Awards Ceremony

2026: September 14-18, 2026
Keynote: “Justice, Equity, and the Future of Public Safety”
Workshop: Community Oversight & Civil Rights Advocacy
Panel: Inclusive Leadership in Emergency Services
Networking: Bridging Gaps Between Agencies and Communities
Awards Gala

2027: September 13-17, 2027
Keynote: “Public Trust and Representation in Enforcement”
Workshop: Cultural Change Within Institutions
Panel: DEI Strategy in Federal and Local Agencies
Networking: Advancing Equity Together
Awards Ceremony