Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Women’s Advisory Network NEWSLETTER MARCH 2017
Inside this edition: ACP UNAISI VUNIWAQA APPOINTED UN DEPUTY POLICE • UN Appointment from COMMISSIONER TO SOUTH Fiji. • Message from our PICP SUDAN WAN Chair. • New Programme Manager PICP WAN. • Seconded Officers to PICP 2017. • New Executive Support Officer PICP-S. • French Polynesia WAN • Cook Islands Youth Development & Amazing Race. • Guam Police begin Mandana. • Appointments in the Solomon Islands. • RPNGC WAN Provincial Coordinators Conference. Photo supplied by Fiji Police Force • New Caledonia Reports. • Vanuatu WAN • AFP National Women’s Fiji Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho Advisory Network. announced it was a proud day for Fiji and all • Timor Leste Celebrates women following the appointment of Assistant International Women’s Commissioner of Police, Unaisi Vuniwaqa as Day. the Deputy Police Commissioner of the United • Important dates to Nations Mission in South Sudan. remember. • Inspirational quotes. Qiliho says ACP Vuniwaqa's appointment further solidifies Fiji's foot prints in the United Nations Police, and this is the highest level appointment since Fiji's first involvement with the UN for over 30 years.
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He says Vuniwaqa’s appointment is not only good news for their female officers but for all women in Fiji.
Fiji Police WAN Officers wished to share Madam Una's achievement to their sisters and colleagues in the pacific giving the clear message that nothing impossible.
"I am deeply honoured with the appointment and I understand the magnitude of the responsibility and expectations that comes with it. Nevertheless, I am looking forward with great enthusiasm knowing that with God nothing is impossible." (ACP Unaisi Vuniwaga on her appointment)
Message from Our PICP WAN CHAIR- Vainono Ahscha
Ia ora na Pacific Sisters- 2017 has well started and it is always a pleasure to hear from you via the PICP WAN Discussion Forum on Facebook. I would like to salute all the women who have been recently promoted and for all your actions and activities within your local WAN. For those going through hard times, please receive all my sympathy. I would like to thank AFP Jonelle Lancashire for her involvement and patience within the PICP WAN. I am delighted to welcome our new Programme Manager of PICP WAN Kevin Kneebone, who without doubt is taking his new position as a gift. A special dedication to the PICP Secretariat and all those little hands working behind the scene to enhance women in policing. Finally, I wish all the best to the 2017 PICP Seconded Officers, and I am sure that the experience will be unforgettable. I am looking forward to meeting up with the members attending the PICP Conference in Guam 21-24 August 2017. Warm regards to you all from the Tahiti Police National – Women’s Advisory Network (TPN-WAN) and the PICP Chair Commissioner Francois Perrault. Mauru’uru
New Programme Manager for PICP WAN:
The PICP Secretariat Executive Director Superintendent Waata Shepherd would like to welcome the new WAN Programme Manager Inspector Kevin Kneebone MNZM to the WAN. ‘Kevin and I have worked together for a number of years and he will use his vast policing knowledge in taking the WAN forward throughout the PICP. These are exciting times for the WAN and we look forward to new developments in the future’ said Supt. Shepherd. While welcoming Kevin, Mr Shepherd also acknowledged the contribution of Australian Federal Agent Jonny Lancashire during her time as WAN Programme Manager. ‘Jonnie took over from the
2 | P a g e previous Programme Manager Melissa Northam, and took the programme to another level and done an excellent job at the helm of the WAN. We are now in a space where we have female Deputy Commissioners, and the promotion of high ranking Officers in other jurisdictions. Jonny will remain in the PICP Secretariat based in Wellington NZ working on other PICP mandated programmes. We wish her well and again thank her for sharing her expertise with PICP WAN’ said Supt. Shepherd . Photos: Top left Inspector Kevin Kneebone MNZM. Right, outgoing Programme Manager Australian Federal Agent Jonelle (Jonny) Lancashire .
Seconded Officers Join PICP Secretariat:
I am Constable Shalon Time from the Samoa Police Service going on to 10 years as a Police Officer. I’ve been a Police Prosecutor for about 6-7 years and was also attached to the Legal Advisor for the Ministry as a legal assistant. I was then transferred to the Domestic Violence Unit as a Police prosecutor/representative for Protection Order Matters in the Family Violence Court. I consider being part of the secondment programme to the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Secretariat as a blessing, not only in terms of personally developing who I am and where I would want to be in the future within the Samoa Police Service. The Secretariat is an eye opening experience adapting to another work environment that is different from what I considered as norm back home. I am looking forward to the challenge. I would like to thank the Pacific islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) and the Samoa Police Service for the opportunity to come on secondment.
Buenas yan Hafa Adai (Kia Ora). I am Harrilee Matsumoto, 12 year veteran Police Officer with the Guam Police Department (GPD) as well as a United States Army Reserve Soldier for the last 17 years. My background for most of my career has been as a Patrol Officer assigned to 3 out of 4 district precincts on Guam. Prior to being chosen to participate in the PICP Secretariat SPO program I was assigned to the Executive Security Section (ESS) which provides dignitary protection for the Governor, First Lady, Lieutenant Governor of Guam, and various visiting VIP’s. In 2011, before being assigned to the ESS, I was deployed with the U.S. military to the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and remained on active duty until 2014.
I have been fortunate to travel and live abroad in places like the Philippines, Palau, the United States, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, the Middle East, French Polynesia, several
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East and South East Asian countries, the Federated States of Micronesia, and now New Zealand and Australia. I developed a keen sensitivity to people from diverse cultural backgrounds experienced through my travels. I enjoy traveling and experiencing cultural immersion. Being able to work in New Zealand will prove to be an invaluable experience.
To be chosen as a Seconded Pacific Officer is a wonderful blessing. The program has and will provide me with the favourable circumstances for not only personal growth but also professionally. I will have the opportunity to attend trainings and conferences which will provide me with the tools to implement new polices and/or amend old ones within my department. Some of the trainings will be challenging but I am confident that PICP Secretariats office will support me and ensure my success. Lastly, I would like to thank the Pacific islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the Guam Police Department for this rare opportunity.
Executive Support Officer PICP-Secretariat:
At the end of January 2017 PICP Executive Support Officer Carol Boyd retired from her role in the PICP Secretariat. This position has now been replaced by Kim Bloomfield. Kim maybe familiar to a number of you as she previously worked for the New Zealand Police as Support Officer to the Pacific Prevention Domestic Violence Programme (PPDVP). Kim joins PICP Secretariat with a wealth of experience having worked 31 years with the New Zealand police. She has worked in varied areas of the police, photography, Criminal Intelligence, Gang Intelligence in Auckland, Palmerston North and Drug Intelligence, Financial Intelligence, Threat Assessment Unit as an Intelligence analyst and as earlier stated just spent 11 years as Support Officer in Pacific Prevention Domestic Violence Programme, a PICP mandated programme. Kim said, “I am very much looking forward to a new challenge in PICP and still working alongside with the people in the Pacific”. Kim will become an important contact for many of you, especially those travelling for PICP WAN activities. She can be contacted on email [email protected]
International Women’s Day- French Polynesia:
On 8 March 2017 for International Women’s Day the National Police of French Polynesia were proud to see one of our colleagues, Detective Senior Sergeant Any Colombani invited as a special guest on local radio (Radio Polynesie l’ere). Detective Senior Sergeant Colombani talked about her career and at the same time promoted women in policing. She pointed out the importance of having police women in the organisation, especially when dealing with victims. In addition, she explained to the audience that despite having a
4 | P a g e busy professional life she also managed looking after her family and participating in sport. She said that she had a lot of support from her husband who is also a police officer and her friends. Detective Senior Sergeant Colombani joined the Police in 2002, after training for a year in France she has had the opportunity to work in a number of different units. In 216 she was promoted to the rank of Senior Sergeant and today works in the narcotics section. Photos: Previous page: Detective Senior Sergeant Any Colombani speaking live on radio. Right: Detective Senior Sergeant with Officers Hermann & Matahi – Naroctics Group.
Youth Development in the Cook Islands:
Yet another successful Youth Development Programme was held in the Cook Islands near the end of 2016. The two week course for 22 young people, four girls and 19 boys gave CI WAN members the opportunity to carry out fitness and disciplinary training in the Community.
The two week course focuses on Crime Prevention initiatives and building resiliency in our young people. The Top Trainee award went to Pokotai Tereapii under the leadership of Constable Lisa Tatakura and P/Constable Tehapai Marsters.
Photo: Pokotai Tereapii with Constable Lisa Tatakura (Cook Islands Police)
Cook Islands Amazing Race: Cook Islands WAN organising committee with the support of all members held an “Amazing Race.” There was colour and entertainment along the way with fun and bonding being the main focus. Those participating were encouraged to dress up for the event with costumes ranging from Tinkerbell, Lio & Stitch to Shrek! Special thanks went to Commissioner Maara Tetava for releasing all members of CIPS WAN from duty to be involved. It is difficult to see the Commissioner in the group below but look carefully as he is in full costume for the event!
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The Guam Police Department began its Mandana:
The Guam Police Department began its Mandana (Chamorro word for “Togetherness”) program, or GPD's Community Policing Initiative. The Community-Oriented Policing (COP) is a philosophy that promotes organizational strategies that bolsters the systematic use of partnerships and problem solving techniques to proactively address the immediate conditions that give rise to public safety issues such as crime, social disorder, and the fear of crime. GPD kicked off the effort by deploying community resource unit officers from each of the island's precinct. This allows the department to further embed themselves into the community to help better understand what their needs are. The first event promoting GPD’s COP Mandana initiative happened on the morning of January 24, 2017 where about a dozen Guam Police Officers, to include former GPD WAN President, Susie Santos, current GPD WAN Secretary, Maggie Naputi, and GPD WAN Member Joneen Terlaje participated in the inaugural Coffee with a Cop event held at a local fast food chain; McDonald’s. The following are exerts from the Pacific Daily News article reporting the event. “'Coffee with a Cop' is not much more than patrons of McDonald’s having a free cup of coffee and sitting down with a police officer and discussing any issues, any questions, any concern and providing potential solutions,” said Guam Police Department Chief Joseph I. Cruz. Cruz said the event was part of the department’s new Mandaña community oriented policing initiative. The department will be visiting the remaining McDonald’s locations in coming months. Because different communities have different priorities, GPD hopes these
meetings will help the department adjust to those specific concerns”, Cruz said. Officer Maggie Naputi, part of the Hagåtña precinct’s Community Resource Unit, said patrons Wednesday were telling her that they’d like to see more officers in their neighborhoods. Cruz said people he spoke with Wednesday were concerned about safety on the roads. “We’re hearing a lot of how we need to step up enforcement on the roadway,” the chief said. “So that’s something we’re going to take a look at.” The intent of this event and future events is to bring the community of Guam, the police department, and its officer’s work cohesively together. Photos: Top of page , Susie Santos , Above right; Joneen Terlaje enjoy discussions.
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Solomon Islands, Three New Promotions:
The beginning of 2017 saw three new high level promotions to women in the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force. Superintendent Anika Nausi was promoted to Chief Superintendent her new appointment will be looking after Professional Standards and Internal Investigations. Inspector Patricia Leta was promoted to the rank of Superintendent and will be looking after Central Islands Province as the Police Commander. Inspector Mary Bennett, Learning and development was promoted to Superintendent and she is the Academy Director. RSIPF WAN congratulate them for their achievements and wish them the very best in their new roles.
Photo: Left to right- Superintendent Patricia Leta , Deputy Commissioner Juanita Matanga , Superintendent Mary Bennett , Chief Superintendent Anika Nausi and Assistant Commissioner Gwen Ratu . Background Former Solomon Islands Commissioner Frank Prendergast .
RPNGC WAN Provincial Coordinators Conference: For the first time Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) WAN Provincial Coordinators gathered together for a three-day workshop in Port Moresby, PNG (Monday 6- Wednesday 8 March). A major focus of the workshop was the development of the Terms of Reference in to a Constitution to provide more comprehensive, clear and standardised guidelines for the functional effectiveness of the WAN across all Provinces of PNG. Representatives from the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) Secretariat were special guests at the workshop with Inspector Kevin Kneebone saying, ‘In addition to explaining the history of the PICP WAN current projects, he revealed some of the future directions and objectives of the WAN to the workshop participants for consideration’. The program included not only information sessions and syndicate work, but ‘Effective Connecting’ training focused on professionalism and effective communication. A ‘self -care’ session was also delivered by Clinical Psychologist Dr Amie Frewen who says, ‘ Great leaders know they face many challenging situations on a daily basis and without a clear plan for looking after your physical and mental well-being it is difficult to thrive in these environments.’ Several of the participants commented that they gained knowledge, learnt new skills and felt more confident and empowered after attending the workshop.
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A highlight of the three days was the International Women’s Day cocktail party hosted RPNGC WAN with 200 guests attending; predominantly women from the RPNGC, Correction Services, PNG Defence Force and other areas within the law and justice sector. RPNGC Senior Sergeant Maryanne Yabara, National Coordinator of the Women’s Desk said, ‘We the women are laying the first log (for building a bridge) in improving and strengthening the relationships between ourselves, and members of the other forces. We will stand up and be the change that is needed.’ Senior Sergeant Yabara commenced formalities on the evening by presenting the first draft of the RPNGC WAN Constitution to Deputy Commissioner Huafolo. Deputy Commissioner Huafolo thanked the Australian Government for funding workshop and cocktail party saying, ‘ The RPNGC management has and will continue to support the work of the RPNGC Women’s Advisory network because we want to see more policewomen excel in their respective capacities.’ Minister Counsellor Catherine Fitch from the Australian High Commission addressed that guests stating, ‘ The Australian government is steadfast in its commitment to lead in efforts to promote gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls globally, and in our region. It’s great to have a special day each year to celebrate the achievements of women, to reflect on the progress made and to recommit to addressing the remaining barriers to achieving gender equality and women’s empowerment in PNG.’ Ruth Waram, Communications Manager, Oilsearch Limited was the final guest speaker, and like the others, she highlighted this year’s International Women’s Day theme ‘Be Bold for Change’ urging all women present to be the agents for that change. Australian Federal Police Detective Sergeant Michelle Harris, who assisted Senior Sergeant Yabara in planning the workshop and cocktail party said, ‘ This networking occasion was the perfect conclusion to the RPNGC WAN provincial coordinators’ workshop and provided an
8 | P a g e invaluable opportunity for the participants to build upon their newly strengthened communication skills.’ With the ongoing support of RPNGC Police Commissioner Baki it is envisaged that the next major event for the RPNGC WAN will be the Policewomen’s Conference in
Kimbe early 2018.
Photos:Previous page 7 top: Senior Sergeant Maryanne Yabara , Page 8, “Networking” this page above RPNGC-WAN
New Caledonia: International Women’s Day in Poindimié
International Women’s Day took place this year in Poindimié (North Province’s municipality) with the motto “New view on women’s empowerment”. Some New Caledonia WAN members took part in four thematic workshops covering a large variety of issues: women’s decision-making; the fight against climate change; gender, health and nutrition; parenthood and single parenthood. In partnership with the New Caledonia government, our association presented an exhibit booth providing information materials about its aims. It should be pointed out that New Caledonia members visited a palm plantation aimed at the prevention of erosion along the coastline in Poindimié.
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New Caledonia Profiles Senior Executive Officer Capitaine Stéphanie RAVEL:
Capitaine Stéphanie Ravel (54) began working in the Public Security Directorate based in Nouméa (New Caledonia) in February 2000 as a regular police employee. By working with police officers, Stephanie Ravel felt like seeing the judicial aspects of the position. She decided to complete her secondary education with university entrance qualification with two-year law studies. In late 2003, she passed the exam to become a “lieutenant” (police inspector) in the French national police force. As a trainee police inspector, she chose to undergo work experience in France, so as to apply herself practically. Back in New Caledonia, she started her policing in National Investigations. At the present time, Capitaine (chief inspector) Stéphanie RAVEL is deputy head of a property crime squad in the Public Security Directorate.
“As a woman, policing these days is not a tougher job than for men but it requires an acute sense of organization as you should learn how to achieve work-life balance,” she said. What advice would you give to a young police recruit? “You must love your job. It requires a great deal of hard work and strong will to achieve real success. With lots of patience and a strong fighting spirit, you will get there. Personally, I think that you cannot join the police force without a high level of involvement. Once you’ve made up your mind, go for it. Nothing will hold you back,” Stéphanie answered. Articles by New Caledonia WAN Chair Stephanie Leou Tham. Photos previous page: Left & Right, NC WAN Members at International Women’s Day Poindimie. Capitane Ravel , left, with CID Logo behind, Right, in full uniform.
VANUATU (VPF WAN) REPORTS
International Womens Day – 08 th March 2017
A half day volleyball challenge is organised by VPF WAN Committee with Port Vila based Officers in commemorating International Women’s Day. This is the first ever kind of event that had been organised to bring together female and male officers within the three elements of the Vanuatu Police Force.
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The International Women’s Day theme of “Be Bold for Change ” which is very significant as we recognised the roles and changes that woman has contributed in different work areas. Women cannot make changes themselves but can do so with the support of men. In commemorating this day the office of the Police Commissioner gave approval for the event to proceed. Representatives from Vanuatu Mobile Force, Maritime Wing, Vansec House and Police station took part in this half day event at the Beach Volley Ball Court.
Southern Command took the first place with a trophy followed by VMF, Vansec House and Maritime Wing. The winner will organise next year 2018 VPF –International Womens Day sport program.
Vanuatu Police Force would like to acknowledge the continuous support from Vanuatu Beach Volleyball Management, UN Women for donations of t-shirts and caps, Graphic images for 1 special trophy and Vanuatu Australia Policing and Justice Program who are the main sponsor for this event.
Santo based Police women also part take with Santo womens Centre in commemorating the International Womens Day with presentations and cake cutting.
Vanuatu Police Netball Team Tour to Fiji.
The Vanuatu Police Netball team have initiated a team tour to Fiji November 2016 which turned out very sucessful.The Vanuatu Team(Police) played with other registered clubs outside the Police and saw the importance of relationships with the women in sports. The Police team also have civilians who palyed in the teams.
The teams acheivment so far was being crowned championships of grade B in 2015 and 2016 moved up to play in grade A.
Vanuatu Police Netball Team its aim is to strenghthend the network with women in sport and community.
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Fiji tour is a history thus given the players the opportunity to expose themselves not only in netball but work exchange acitivties in learning new skills from Fiji Police sisters.
Drivers Training
Two female officers and two male officers participated in drivers training conducted by the Australian Federal Police at the Police College. The training has 2 phases and was run for 3 weeks. A female officer completed the training and gained a certifcate. She can now assist other officers in running the drivers training at the VPF Police training college.
Life Skills Port Vila female officers were previlaged to have learnt fabric painting. This was purpose built for female officers to gain knowledge and skills in painting and also to be to make some extra money to help their families.
“Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” Golda Meir
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RSIPF NETBALL TEAM TOUR
VPF WAN was very previlaged to host the RSIPF netball team in November in 2016. The purpose of the tour was to build a strong relationship and networking through sports and work.
AFP National Women’s Advisory Network
International Women’s Day 2017 - #BeBoldforChange From Canberra to Cairns, Sydney to Solomon Islands and beyond – the AFP joined the Australian and international community to celebrate how far women have come in their struggle for equality, peace and development.
In Canberra the AFP National Women’s Advisory Network (NWAN) coordinated a four-hour marathon Leadership Café supporting the International Women’s Day (IWD) message of #beboldforchange.
More than 90 AFP women attended the function, where nine AFP senior executives ‘hosted’ their own table and spoke on a subject of their choice to the ‘table guests’ for 25 minutes. Participants then rotated to a new table and had the opportunity to listen to and engage with another member of the executive in an informal manner.
Event coordinator Andrea Quinn said the Leadership Café was coordinated by the AFP NWAN as a trial. “The event presented an excellent opportunity for both the host and guests to work within the ethos of the Cultural Change report.
“Upcoming female leaders from the Band 6 to EL level had direct access to the SES to learn about some of the more prominent strategic activities of the AFP and how they impact in our day-to-day operations.”
In Sydney Australian Olympic swimming champion, author, media host and actor Lisa Forrest personified the #BeBoldForChange theme for International Women’s Day. Lisa was guest speaker for the morning tea for members and their children hosted by the AFP Network of Women (NoW) and
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Sydney Office. The Australian icon has successfully managed change all her life.
In Brisbane AFP joined with more than 750 men and women from agencies such as Queensland Police Service, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and the Public Safety Business Agency to celebrate the achievements of women throughout the year. Speakers included Queensland State Minister for Police, Fire, Emergency Services and Corrective Services Mark Ryan and Queensland Police Commissioner Ian Stewart together with the founder of 'Youngcare', the nominated charity. National Manager Crime Operations Deb Platz received an award for her work in testing the Voice4Values training program to identify workplace harassment, bullying and discrimination and be prepared to stand up to the behaviour.
AFP representatives attended a variety of IWD events around the world, including the All-China Women’s Federation reception held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing where Madam Shen Yueyue, Vice Chairperson of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, provided a keynote address highlighting China’s great achievements in the progression of women and a morning tea in Belgrade hosted by Australian Ambassador Julia Feeney that included a silent auction of artwork in support of the Nis Centre for Girls, an organisation raising awareness of the importance of promoting the human rights of girls within society. In the Pacific the Tonga Police Force (TPF) was supported in hosting an event at the Tonga Police College compound, Longolongo, Nuku’alofa in the Kingdom of Tonga, where TFP Commissioner Stephen Caldwell spoke of the IWD theme of Be Bold for Change and the importance of having the courage to do what is right, and not to accept the way things are but ask how they should be and work together for a better world.
Achievements – On 24 February 2017, five female AFP students graduated from a four week Close Personal Protection course delivered by L&D Specialist Training. This is the largest ever number of women to have successfully graduated the course.
TIMOR-LESTE CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY. On Friday the 10 th of March 2017, The National Directorate of Community Conflict Prevention from Ministry of Interior Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste (RDTL) celebrated International Women’s day with the Motto of “Feto iha Mudansa Mundo Servisu” which means “Women Change World at Work”. There was also the launch of HeForShe TL. HeForShe which is often referred to as “He for She” is a solidarity campaign for the advancement of women initiated by UN Women. Its goal is to engage men and boys as agents of change by encouraging them to take action against negative inequalities faced by women and girls. At the event Prime Minister Dr. Rui Araujo said, “Men must learn how to support and respect women as partners and men must change attitudes and behaviours if we really want to implement gender Equality in Timor Leste”. He encouraged a
14 | P a g e change in vision. “The Timor Leste society still has gaps of discrimination among men and women, so our mentality needs to change from now on” he said. HeForShe was the theme for this year celebration in Timor Leste. In attendance at the event was The Prime Minister of RDTL Dr. Rui Araujo, Secretary State for Women Timor Leste Mrs. Veneranda Lemos, Australian Embassy in Timor Leste, National NGO’s, Students, and the Ministry of Interior RDTL as organizer committee and also accompanied by UN-Women Timor Leste. https://www.facebook.com/HeForShe/
Photos: Top left, Timor Leste Prime Minister launches HeForShe TL. Above Participants at launch. Left, Students that participated in the event of International Women’s day 2017.
“When we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.” Audre Lorde
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“I firmly believe you never should spend your time being the former anything.” Condoleezza Rice
IMPORTANT DATES:
5 June – ACWAP Awards Nominations CLOSE! Categories for the 2017 Excellence in Policing Award are:
• Audrey Fagan Memorial Award • Bev Lawson Memorial Award • Courage and Integrity Award • Most Outstanding Female Leader • Most Outstanding Female Investigator • Most Outstanding Female Administrator • Most Outstanding Female Practitioner • Most Outstanding Female Intelligence Practitioner • Excellence in Law Enforcement in the Asia Pacific Region • Excellence in Law Enforcement for Women Initiative • Excellence in Research on Improving Law Enforcement for Women • Champion of Change Award • For more details visit www.acwap.com.au
22-24 August – PICP WAN Conference GUAM
This year’s Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Women’s Advisory Network (PICP WAN) Conference will be held and hosted by Guam Police Department, 22-24 August 2017 . The Conference has been set to run the week before the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) Conference also set down for Guam. I would like to take this early opportunity to thank Guam WAN and the Guam Police Department who have been working on the logistics and organisation of this conference since late 2016. We are very much looking forward to joining them in their beautiful country.
28-31 August – PICP Chiefs of Police Conference GUAM 17-21 September - International Women & Law Enforcement Conference. 2017 will see ACWAP co-host a conference and awards ceremony with the Queensland Police Service and the International Association of Women in Policing (IAWP). This conference, titled the 2017 International Women & Law Enforcement Conference
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“If I stop to kick every barking dog I am not going to get where I’m going.” Jackie Joyner- Kersee
SOME INTERESTING ‘WORLD’ DATES :
22 April Earth Day: First celebrated in 1970 is now an annual event, on which day events worldwide are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. 25 April ANZAC Day: Is a N ational day of remembrance in Australia & New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those who have served" 25 May International Missing Children’s Day: Launched in 1998 as a joint venture of the International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children (ICMEC) and the US's National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), the Global Missing Children’s Network (GMCN) is a network of countries that connect, share best practices, and disseminate information and images of missing children to improve the effectiveness of missing children investigations. 31 May World No Tobacco Day is observed around the world every year. It is intended to encourage a 24-hour period of abstinence from all forms of tobacco consumption around the globe.
Contact Details:
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PICP Women’s Advisory Network (PICP WAN) Program Manager contact: Inspector Kevin Kneebone MNZM PICP Secretariat, Wellington New Zealand Phone: +64 (0)4 474 9567, Mobile: +64 (0)21 1922996 Email: [email protected] www.picp.co.nz
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