The inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture is set for March 26, focusing on civilian oversight of law enforcement. The event will be live-streamed and aims to foster collaboration for safer policing in Jamaica. Key speakers include Dr. Shon Barnes and Marcia Thompson, providing insights into effective partnerships. The lecture honors Oliver Clarke’s significant contributions to civilian oversight in Jamaica.
The inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture is scheduled for March 26 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, focusing on ‘Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement.’ Regional and local oversight bodies, alongside law enforcement officials, will be present, and the event will be live-streamed via the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA) and Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) YouTube channels and RJRGleaner social media platforms.
Organized by the PCOA, the lecture seeks to foster collaboration under the theme ‘Partnerships for Progress: Improving Policing Through Effective Oversight for a Safer Jamaica.’ Esteemed speakers, including Dr. Shon Barnes, Chief of Police in Seattle, and Marcia Thompson, Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice at Aurora University, will share insights on enhancing partnerships between law enforcement and civilian oversight bodies.
The discussions aim to provide recommendations to strengthen oversight mechanisms, which are critical for enhancing public trust and national security. Otarah Byfield-Nugent, CEO of the PCOA, underscores the importance of the dialogue, stating that the speakers will share dynamic experiences related to effective oversight.
This event honors Oliver Clarke’s legacy as a pivotal figure in advancing civilian oversight of law enforcement in Jamaica, having been appointed to the PCOA in 2006 by the Governor-General following the PCOA Act of 2005. His contributions significantly enhanced the mechanisms of civilian oversight throughout his tenure.
The inaugural Oliver F. Clarke Memorial Lecture represents a significant step towards improving civilian oversight of law enforcement in Jamaica. By bringing together key stakeholders and esteemed speakers, the event aims to initiate constructive dialogue and provide actionable recommendations to bolster public trust and national security. Clarke’s legacy as a champion for oversight continues to influence improvements in law enforcement practices.
Original Source: jamaica.loopnews.com
