Serving with Pride is an organization that provides affirmation and support for 2SLGBTQ+ identified law enforcement personnel, as well as training and education to police services and law enforcement across Ontario.
The vision of Serving with Pride is one of an optimized work environment including diversity, integrity, awareness and equity of 2SLGBTQ+ employees within policing, corrections and criminal justice professions, where there are no barriers, stereotypes or bias AND positive policing, corrections and criminal justice systems where organizations are sensitive to the unique needs of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and consistently build bridges to better understand and serve them.
Our Goals:
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Provide and support systemic change to ensure that 2SLGBTQ+ members are visible and valued as equal members.
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Develop and maintain an effective 2SLGBTQ+ employee support and networking system between Ontario-based agencies and other organizations that support our initiatives.
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Promote, develop and initiate mentoring programs for 2SLGBTQ+ members and allies, within our agencies and communities.
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Build bridges to promote positive relationships between 2SLGBTQ+ members and their respective organizations and break down systemic barriers and stereotyping.
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Support the pursuit of post-secondary education by providing opportunities to 2SLGBTQ+ youth.
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Demonstrate integrity and a positive professional image to our colleagues and the communities we serve.
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Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all members within our respective law enforcement and Corrections organizations.
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Encourage, promote and inspire future membership within our organization.
Our training is designed to educate front-line and administrative professionals by providing in-depth information specific to care and response to 2SLGBTQ+ persons by police, law enforcement and criminal justice professionals within the workplace and in public service.
