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First In NY: 'Sensory Inclusive' Tools Now Standard Equipment For Rockville Centre PD

First In NY: 'Sensory Inclusive' Tools Now Standard Equipment For Rockville Centre PD

First In NY: 'Sensory Inclusive' Tools Now Standard Equipment For Rockville Centre PD A police department on Long Island is the first in New York to become certified sensory inclusive. The Village of Rockville Centre Police Department was certified by KultureCity, a nonprofit organization that typically trains venue staff to accommodate people with sensory needs, like those with autism. Every officer at the department underwent training that focuses on understanding, acceptance, and empathy toward those who have sensory needs “with the goal to enhance future interactions between law enforcement and the community to create the best outcomes,” the village said. In addition to…

by Michael Mashburn

09/02/2024