Inaugural Oliver Clarke Memorial Lecture: Fostering Civilian Oversight in Law Enforcement

The inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture will take place in Kingston on March 26, focusing on civilian oversight of law enforcement. The event, live-streamed via various platforms, features Dr. Shon Barnes and Marcia Thompson as speakers. It aims to foster dialogue and collaboration in improving policing and enhancing public trust.

On March 26, Kingston will host the inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture focusing on ‘Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement.’ The event, organized by the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA), will take place at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel and will be live-streamed on various platforms, including YouTube channels of the PCOA and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).

The lecture’s theme is ‘Partnerships for Progress: Improving Policing Through Effective Oversight for a Safer Jamaica,’ and it will feature notable speakers. Chief of Police for Seattle, Dr. Shon Barnes, and Aurora University’s Assistant Professor Marcia Thompson will present insights on fostering collaboration between law enforcement and civilian oversight bodies. Their discussions aim to enhance public trust and reinforce national security.

Otarah Byfield-Nugent, CEO of PCOA, stressed the significance of the event, stating, “We have two dynamic speakers…” who will provide valuable recommendations for improving oversight mechanisms. The lecture is dedicated to honoring Oliver Clarke’s legacy, a prominent figure in advancing civilian oversight of law enforcement in Jamaica. Clarke helped establish the PCOA after his appointment in 2006 by the Governor-General following the PCOA Act’s passage in 2005.

The event will be an important platform for discussion, encouraging dialogue among regional and local bodies as well as law enforcement officials to work together towards safer communities for all Jamaicans.

In summary, the inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture serves as a pivotal moment for advancing dialogue on civilian oversight of law enforcement. Featuring expert speakers who will focus on partnerships for effective policing, it aims to enhance public trust and national security while honoring the legacy of Oliver Clarke. The event emphasizes the necessity of collaboration among oversight bodies and law enforcement to ensure a safer Jamaica for its citizens.

Original Source: jamaica.loopnews.com