Volunteers in Policing
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The Volunteers in Policing program was created to enhance the quality and number of services provided to the community and to get citizens involved in police related activities.
Published On:
10/31/2007Last Updated:
3/2/2010Why Volunteer?
- To learn more about law enforcement
- To help in your community
- To enhance the Yuma Police Department's efficiency
The Volunteers in Policing (V.I.P.) program was created to enhance the quality and number of services provided to the community and to get citizens involved in police related activities. Volunteers In Policing are rewarded with the pride and personal growth that comes from helping their community. They are involved in every division in the Yuma Police Department. The V.I.P. program has been in place since 1989 and is being utilized effectively to this date.
The V.I.P. program is part of the department's continuing efforts to better meet public safety needs and create a police/community partnership. In an effort to enhance the police/community partnership, the Volunteers in Policing Program, combines the professionalism and experience of the Yuma Police Department personnel with the creativity and enthusiasm of our community volunteers.
Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month; training is normally scheduled for the third Tuesday of the month. Both start at 5:30 p.m. in the Yuma Police Department volunteer training room.
Applications
Applications may also be picked up between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. every day at: Yuma Police Department, 1500 S. First Avenue or by contacting the Public Affairs Unit
For More Information
If you would like more information about the V.I.P. program, call Master Police Officer Leanne Worthen at (938) 373-4732 or send an e-mail to Ofc. Leanne Worthen. Please remember to include your name and phone number as well as the best time to call. You can also print out and submit a V.I.P. Letter of Interest.
