(InvestigateTV) — For decades, women have been underrepresented in law enforcement.
Advocates say a lack of female officers on the force undermines public safety.
Nationwide, women make up only 12% of sworn police officers. However, a national movement is underway to increase those numbers with solutions.
It’s called the 30×30 Initiative. It launched in the spring of 2021 with the goal to have women represent 30% of police recruit classes by 2030.
The timeline might seem steep, but changes are already taking shape in departments across the country.
Here’s an in-depth look at the obstacles female officers face and the steps being taken to increase recruitment.
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