National Women of Colour in Policing

Ramadan Mubarak to all observing this blessed month. As you begin this sacred month of fasting and prayer may this be a time of devotion and self discovery. #RamadanMubarak #Ramadan2025 #TogetherWeAreStronger

5 minutes, 5 days, 5 challenges, NO excuses! Get involved and share your big promise with us at the end of the week. https://lnkd.in/e8riyUc2 #EveryActionCounts #RaceEqualityMatters #TogetherWeAreStronger

Wishing a Happy Lunar New Year to all celebrating today, from all at National Women of Colour in Policing #yearofthesnake #newbeginnings #TogetherWeAreStronger

#2025 HerVoiceMatters Please find attached the poster/invite to join WoCiPBCH on a free global seminar hosted by the IPA and IBZ Gimborn. We are honoured to engage with Sweden leading this work, which we are involved in hosting with special guest Detective Chief Superintendent Tanya Wilkins. “This seminar provides valuable insights into how we can uplift and support women of colour in law enforcement, from officers to volunteers, both current and retired. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges faced by women from diverse backgrounds and how to foster an inclusive workplace that promotes policing as a rewarding career path.” #SheIsIPA This project is to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace to raise awareness of existing barriers and stereotypes, working together to eliminate them. It also reflects the role and contribution of women in the IPA. Samantha Alexander Latoyah Henry Mariapaola Martinens Rebecca Tipping Audrey Campbell Tanya Wilkins Karen Duckworth MSc May-Britt V. R. Ronnebro MSt (Cantab) Lorna Corbin Kimberley C. Lamb Andrew Marshall Bedfordshire Police Cambridgeshire Constabulary Hertfordshire Constabulary National Women of Colour in Policing Rachel Wilkinson Jules Henderson PhD

For my connections who are Section UK - International Police Association members I’d recommend joining this seminar in February to hear from the wonderful Samantha Alexander and Sandra Smith from WoCiPBCH Women of Colour in Policing #SheIsIPA If you aren’t a member yet, the joining fee is £10 atm!!

Speaking at the recent Senior Women In Policing conference, Vanisha Mistry (Bhogal) Mistry, Chair of the National Women of Colour in Policing (NWoCiP) group, has called on police leaders to address the barriers which prevent career progression for women of colour in the service, and to invest in the pipeline of future leaders, as Policing Insight’s Sarah Gibbons reports. ❝We have more than 3,000 ethnic minority female constables, and that is an amazing number. But when you contextualise that, there are nearly 120,000 PCs throughout the entire country – 3,000 doesn’t even touch the sides.❞ - Vanisha Mistry, Chair, NWoCiP ❝There are a number of barriers and perceived barriers faced by women of colour in policing, and the cumulative effect of these can have a significant impact on them.❞ - Vanisha Mistry, Chair, NWoCiP ❝Do you ask honest questions as to why policing doesn’t have many senior women of colour? Is there diversity of thought in your leadership team? Are process fair and transparent and inclusive of all?❞ - Vanisha Mistry, Chair, NWoCiP ❝If you are a woman of colour reading this piece, remind yourself that you are here for a reason, you have skills, experience and knowledge, and you are needed in policing. Use your voice, take personal accountability and rise.❞ - Vanisha Mistry, Chair, NWoCiP [SUBSCRIBER ARTICLE] https://lnkd.in/ecsQU35K #lawenforcement #policing #police #diversityandinclusion

Thanks to Marcia Ore and Karen Geddes QPM BA (Hons) for hosting an incredible 2nd Women In The Shade conference. Great speakers, panels, and like minded delegates coming together to connect, learn and grow. Time to harness the energy and turn it into action. #WITS2025

National Women of Colour in Policing were proud to host an online chat today with Dr Alison Heydari PhD. Great attendance demonstrating just how important it is to hear from role models sharing personal stories. Thank you Dr Heydari for taking the time to offer advice on challenges in policing, resilience, overcoming imposter feelings and ultimately having the self confidence to own your destiny. Some great takeaways, tips and insights shared. Well done Alex Elkomaty for hosting the event.

For all those that celebrate we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We know this time of year can be a hard time for some, don’t forget that we have each other and that you are not alone. Please reach out and also check in with colleagues, friends, family and loved ones. Beat wishes from all at NWoCiP

Thank you SWiP Conference 2024 for inviting us to speak on the opening day of the conference, Leadership of the Future. We hope our input and the stark reality of the data shared, helps to demonstrate why groups like ours are so pivotal and imperative to ensure policing can make the changes that are not only necessary but support the progression of women of colour. #Allyship #WomenInPolicing #TogetherWeAreStronger