Feb 28 | Overview of DC Federal Government Community Programs + Initiatives
“The mission of the Clergy Ambassador Program (CAP) is to formalize a working relationship between our Office; the clergy of Washington, D.C.; and community leaders. The goal of the Community Engagement Section is to form a partnership that will promote trust and mutual respect between law enforcement and the community.
The CAP is open to all faith-based and community leaders. Participants attend a quarterly meeting where area scholars and practitioners conduct presentations to the clergy ambassadors about various topics geared towards fostering dialogue between the community, clergy, and law enforcement. The presentation topics include getting involved in policymaking, trauma-based care, human trafficking prevention, active shooter training, assessing clergy privilege under the law, and understanding the inner workings of law enforcement and the criminal justice system.”