Theme: Law & justice | Content Type: Journal article

From Trauma to Trust: The Case for Integrating Reconciliation Practices

Arabella Kyprianides and Emmeline Taylor

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Deep-seated historical traumas continue to ricochet through communities, mediating how contemporary policing is viewed and experienced. This article presents a case for embedding reconciliation practices into policing strategies to repair and rebuild frayed relations with the public. It examines the practical applications of reconciliation practices, some barriers to implementation and suggested strategies for overcoming resistance. Drawing from limited, yet insightful, empirical research and international best practice, the article proposes a model comprised of five elements to promote healing, foster trust and highlight the importance of sustainable community-police engagement.

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    Arabella Kyprianides

    Arabella Kyprianides is a Research Fellow, and a member of the Centre for Global City Policing at University College London (UCL).

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    Emmeline Taylor

    Emmeline Taylor is Professor of Criminology and specialises in business crime at City, University of London.

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