Alberta Women in Public Safety

Wisdom Wednesday: Strength Through Resilience In public safety, every day brings new challenges—and opportunities to grow. Resilience isn’t just about enduring; it’s about thriving. Here are three reminders for women in public safety to keep thriving on the frontlines: ✔️ Prioritize Self-Care: A strong mind and body are your greatest tools. ✔️ Adaptability is Key: Flexibility allows you to face every shift with confidence. ✔️ Lead with Positivity: A positive outlook inspires and uplifts your team. Take a moment today to refuel, refocus, and remind yourself of the strength you bring to your role. #WisdomWednesday #WomenInPublicSafety #Leadership #ResilienceMatters #AWIPS

🌍 Human Rights Day 2024: 75 Years of Progress & Commitment 🌍 Today marks 75 years since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights—a powerful milestone in the global fight for equality, justice, and dignity for all. As women in public safety, policing, and emergency response, we play a vital role in safeguarding these principles every day. From advocating for fairness to addressing systemic challenges, our work directly impacts the lives of those we serve. Let’s use this moment to reflect, celebrate progress, and reaffirm our commitment to creating inclusive and equitable communities. 💡 What does human rights mean to you in your role? Let’s start a conversation! #HumanRightsDay #UDHR75 #WomenInPublicSafety #AWIPS #EqualityMatters #LeadershipInAction #JusticeForAll

✨ Mantra Monday: Empower. Protect. Serve. Inspire. ✨ This week’s mantra: “I am resilient. I am capable. I am enough.” As women in public safety, policing, and emergency response, we face challenges head-on and lead with courage. Let this mantra remind us of our strength and the impact we make in our communities every day. Let’s start this week with purpose, lift each other up, and inspire those around us. What’s your mantra for the week? Share it in the comments and let’s motivate one another to thrive together. #MantraMonday #AWIPS #WomenInPublicSafety #Leadership #Empowerment #StrengthInUnity #CommunityImpact

Grande Prairie Police Service Chief Dwayne Lakusta is honoured to have been gifted a buffalo robe by Chief Grant Buckskin of the Blood Tribe Police Service at the Fall 2024 Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police Conference. The hide was designed and painted by Monty Wolf Child of the Kainai First Nation, who explains it is intended to protect whoever wears it. The design includes symbols of internal organs, representing protection, as well as horses and buffalo essential to Blackfoot culture. There are seven of each animal painted, which also have symbols of internal organs and lifelines on them to give them life. "I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Monty Wolf Child and Chief Buckskin," says Chief Lakusta. "It was an immense honour to receive such a beautiful gift, and I truly appreciate your generosity."

Over the past few years, the public safety community has been working towards NG9-1-1, Drones as First Responders, Android Team Awareness Kits, and Artificial intelligence, with varying impacts. While all these capabilities, and many more, are exciting and hold massive promise for community and officer safety, their policy, privacy and governance roadmaps are, in many ways, more important than the actual technologies involved. Read the latest from Inspector (Ret.) Lance Valcour O.O.M. here: https://lnkd.in/gc3FACsS #Police #LawEnforcement #Interoperability #PublicSafety #EmergencyServices #NG911 #AI

📣 Did You Know? In Alberta, only 3.4% of provincial health research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is dedicated to women’s health. Recognizing this disparity, the Alberta Women’s Health Foundation (AWHF) was launched in 2021 to achieve funding equality and give women in Alberta a stronger voice in health care. This year, Alberta took a significant step forward by committing $26 million to advance women’s health research and care. Part of this funding will go towards the AWHF Legacy Grant, supporting critical research on conditions such as cervical cancer and heart disease. While this progress is inspiring, we must continue advocating for equitable investment in women’s health. 💡 Together, we can #BreakTheBias and drive meaningful change! 🌟 How you can help: • Share your story and help raise awareness: Submit here • Watch our video, “Why Women’s Health Research is Underfunded”, to learn more: YouTube Link: https://lnkd.in/g2GXgNtT Follow the Alberta Women’s Health Foundation: 🔗 Website 📘 Facebook: @abwomenshealthfoundation 🐦 Twitter: @abwomenshealth 📸 Instagram: @abwomenshealthfoundation 💼 LinkedIn: Alberta Women’s Health Foundation 📽️ Video Credits: Produced by: Alberta Women’s Health Foundation 📜 Letter Spotlight: In 2015, engineering student Jared Mauldin highlighted the systemic biases in STEM with a viral letter that continues to inspire efforts to break barriers in male-dominated fields. 💙 Together, we can make a difference. #AWIPS #BreakTheBias

🌟 AWIPS at the AACP “Public Trust & Confidence in Police Professionals” Conference 🌟 🏔️ Banff, Alberta | November 18–20, 2024 🏔️ Carolyn Lloy, Chair of AWIPS, represented our organization at the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police (AACP) Fall Executive Meeting and Conference in beautiful Banff. As a non-voting member of the AACP Executive Advisory Counsel, AWIPS continues to bring an essential female perspective to discussions at the Chiefs’ level. Established in 2022, this counsel has been pivotal in amplifying diverse voices in policing leadership across Alberta. 🌟 Key highlights from the conference: 🔹 AWIPS Updates: Celebrating the success of the inaugural AWIPS Awards & Conference in October, a milestone recognized by the Chiefs as a fantastic achievement. 🔹 Mentorship Program Progress: Exciting developments in fostering mentorship for women in policing and public safety. 🔹 Leadership Transition: While we bid farewell to Superintendent Clare Smart (Calgary Police Service) and Staff Sergeant Robin Klassen (Lethbridge Police Service), we look forward to welcoming two new members from Alberta’s municipal police services. 🎤 AACP Awards Gala Spotlight: The gala featured Alberta’s own country music star, Paul Brandt, who inspired attendees with his advocacy for the #NotInMyCity initiative, combating human trafficking. Brandt also performed and contributed autographed items to the silent auction, raising funds for the Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run. AWIPS is deeply grateful for the ongoing collaboration with the AACP and looks forward to advancing our shared mission of leadership, trust, and inclusivity in policing. 📸 Photos: 1️⃣ AACP Executive Advisory Counsel (L-R): • Executive Director Leticia Aplin • Chair of AWIPS, Sgt. Carolyn Lloy (RCMP) • Paul Brandt • S/Sgt. Robin Klassen (LPS) • Supt. Clare Smart (CPS) (Photo credit: Conference Attendee) 2️⃣ Scenic Banff Avenue - Photo credit: Unknown. 3️⃣ Banff Welcome Sign - Photo credit: Unknown. 4️⃣ Banff Park Lodge (event venue) - Photo credit: Unknown. #AWIPS #AACP #WomenInPublicSafety #LeadershipMatters #NotInMyCity #PublicTrust #PolicingLeadership

🌿 Honoring Wildlife Conservation and Public Safety Heroes 🐾 On this Wildlife Conservation Day, we recognize the critical role of Conservation Officers and Public Safety Professionals in protecting our natural world. From enforcing wildlife laws to preserving endangered habitats, these professionals work tirelessly to ensure future generations can enjoy the beauty and diversity of our planet. Their efforts go beyond conservation—they’re safeguarding the balance between humanity and nature. 🌎 Let’s take a moment to thank these dedicated individuals for their service and commitment. 💡 How can organizations and communities work together to support conservation efforts? Share your insights below!

🌟 International Day of Persons with Disabilities: Inclusion in Public Safety 🌟 Today, we recognize the contributions of individuals with disabilities in all fields, including public safety, policing, and emergency response. Accessible and inclusive workplaces are essential to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to serve and protect their communities. Let’s break down barriers, prioritize accessibility, and empower those with disabilities to thrive in public safety roles. 💬 What steps can we take to foster inclusion in public safety? • Promote adaptive technologies and accessible training programs. • Encourage diverse recruitment and equitable opportunities. • Support policies that ensure accessibility for all team members. Diversity makes us stronger. Let’s commit to building an inclusive future in public safety! #IDPD #PublicSafety #InclusionMatters #BreakingBarriers #AWIPS

🧠💡 Women’s Brain Health Day: December 2 On this important day, we recognize that women are more likely to face brain health challenges, including Alzheimer’s, depression, and anxiety. It’s a crucial reminder to prioritize brain health and support ongoing research and education in this area. 🌟 How to Get Involved: 🔹 Learn from experts like Arlene Dickinson and Dr. Gillian Einstein. 🔸 Discover ways to support women’s brain health throughout the year. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gvmt2Ary Together, let’s advocate for better brain health for women everywhere! 💪 #WomensBrainHealthDay #BrainHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #WomenInLeadership #PublicSafetyProfessionals #AWIPS