Your city has an Asian American population of approximately 8 percent of the total population, yet there are only 2 Asian American officers in your department of 250 sworn officers. Your chief would like the department to more closely reflect the population of the city and would like you to determine how to increase the number of Asian American applicants and (ultimately) police officers. Research why members of this group are not applying for law enforcement jobs and what the barriers might be, and then deter- mine how you will work with the community to encourage applicants and facilitate their employ- ment with your department.

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Answer Increasing diversity within law enforcement agencies is crucial for fostering trust and enhancing community relations To address the underrepresentation of Asian American officers in your depar... View the full answer