Master of Public Safety

News | March 19, 2025

AI and the Iron Pipeline

Law enforcement agencies along the I-95 corridor are exploring AI solutions to combat illegal gun trafficking and violence. Discover how artificial intelligence tools could bridge intelligence gaps between jurisdictions, enhance predictive analytics, and transform public safety efforts despite adoption challenges.
News | March 5, 2025

Collaborating Across Borders

Discover essential insights from global law enforcement leaders on international policing collaboration. This article examines cross-border communication strategies, information sharing frameworks, and training initiatives that enhance public safety worldwide. Learn how agencies like INTERPOL, Europol, and Police Scotland are overcoming challenges to build effective international partnerships in the fight against transnational crime.
Center for Public Safety and Justice Board Member

Dwayne Crawford

Executive Director, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
Center for Public Safety and Justice Board Member

Sean A. Duryee

Commissioner, California Highway Patrol
News | February 24, 2025

Leadership in Crisis Situations

Explore how top law enforcement leaders navigate extreme circumstances through insights from the UVA Center for Public Safety and Justice panel. Learn critical strategies for managing mass casualty events and protests from experts who share real-world experiences from the Dallas ambush to post-George Floyd demonstrations. Discover the importance of adaptability, community relationships, and officer mental health support in crisis leadership.
Center for Public Safety and Justice Board Member

Laura Cooper

Executive Director, Major Cities Chiefs Association
Event | February 26, 2025

Speaker Series: International Policing - Global Perspectives and Best Practices panel

This Speaker Series session will examine the structure, strategies, and challenges of policing worldwide, focusing on what international practices can teach us about improving public safety and trust. Panelists will explore different policing models, from community-focused approaches to national policing strategies, and discuss how collaboration across borders can enhance law enforcement and public safety in the U.S.