Identify at least three functions that are essentially public relations in thrust and three examples of outreach efforts by the police

Question

In addition, cite at least three programs with a major community relations focus as well as three examples of crime prevention programs.

Answer 1

The following functions are essentially public relation in trust as cited in the text: informing the public about crucial issues, developing community support, supplementing agency operations and programs, presenting an accurate picture of the agency and its functions, and enhancing the agency's image. Various programs as cited in the text as examples of outreach efforts are: public relations programs, speaker's bureau, ride-along-programs, police station tours, safety lectures, citizen recognition, and citizen academies. Programs with a major community relations focus as cited in the text include: rumor control, community advisory councils/committees, storefront centers, and neighborhood team policing. Examples of crime prevention programs are: neighborhood watch, operation identification, police auxiliary volunteers, community crime watch, and crime stoppers.