International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Content Topic Results
The results displayed below have been grouped first by VAWnet Special Collections - containing our most highly valued resources - then by individual related materials. Refine your search by category, types, author and/or publisher using the options provided. Sort by date published, date added, or alphabetically. For assistance in locating a resource, use our online contact form.
Results displayed are grouped first by VAWnet Special Collections then by individual related materials. For assistance in locating a resource, use our online contact form.
Materials
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
February 2022
Sexual Harassment & Misconduct
Publisher(s):This document from the International Association of Chiefs of Police features a model policy designed to provide police agencies with concrete guidance and directives regarding sexual harassment and misconduct. It also includes a "Concepts & Issues Paper" designed to provide context and background information to support a Model Policy for a deeper understanding of the topic.
Materials
- General Material
April 2020
Law Enforcement Response to Domestic and Sexual Violence and COVID-19
Publisher(s): On April 23, 2020, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) hosted a Virtual Roundtable on COVID-19 and Law Enforcement Response to Domestic and Sexual Violence. Included is a recording of the virtual roundtable and a compilation of resources, such as webinars, libraries, and lists that were referenced.
Materials
- General Material
January 2020
Enhancing Community Trust: Proactive Approaches to Domestic and Sexual Violence
Publisher(s): As part of its federally-funded Enhancing Community Trust: Proactive Approaches to Domestic & Sexual Violence initiative, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) released this toolkit containing a law enforcement agency self-assessment, community assessment, sample outreach letter, action planning guide, and additional considerations and resources to support enhancing agency response to victims.
Materials
- General Material
April 2019
Model Policy: Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):This model policy provides guidance regarding the establishment of priorities, guidelines, and procedures for law enforcement officers in response to domestic violence calls.
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
August 2018
Intimate Partner Violence Response Policy and Training Content Guidelines
Publisher(s): These guidelines address investigative procedures and promising practices for law enforcement for working with victims of intimate partner violence.
Materials
- General Material
August 2018
Sexual Assault Incident Reports: Investigative Strategies
Publisher(s): The goal of these guidelines is to support officers and departments in preparing sexual assault cases for successful prosecution through detailed case documentation and thorough investigations.
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
August 2018
Sexual Assault Incident Reports: Pocket Tip Card
Publisher(s): This pocket tip card for officers is a convenient, portable resource to accompany the IACP's Sexual Assault Incident Reports: Investigative Strategies.
Materials
- General Material
February 2018
Body-Worn Cameras and Violence Against Women: Victim Safety and Confidentiality
Publisher(s): This webinar from IACP presents information about balancing victim safety and confidentiality with officer safety and accountability. It highlights safety and confidentiality issues that should be considered as body-worn camera programs are created or updated, include video release, retention and viewing.
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
February 2018
Body-Worn Cameras and Violence Against Women: Vulnerable Populations and Community Trust
Publisher(s): This webinar presents information about body-worn camera program development and considerations when responding to immigrants, individuals who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community, minors, and other specific populations.
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
February 2018
Body-Worn Cameras and Violence Against Women: Policy and Program Development
Publisher(s):This webinar from IACP presents information about the creation or update of body-worn camera policies and programs highlighting the considerations specific to intimate partner violence including domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Materials
- General Material
January 2018
Sexual Assault Supplemental Report Form
Publisher(s): This is a form used for trauma informed reporting of incidents of sexual assault.
Materials
- General Material
- Training Tools
October 2017
Balancing the Scales of Justice
Publisher(s): The “Balancing the Scales of Justice” webinar series outlines what gender bias is, its impacts on domestic and sexual violence investigations, and strategies for leaders to identify and address it within their agencies.