Students Gain Insight into Policing Careers through Nowra Workshop

Strategic Insights -

Students from five high schools in the Shoalhaven area recently participated in a policing workshop at the Nowra Police Station, gaining a behind-the-scenes look at the daily operations of the police force. The workshop included a tour of the station, introductions to various equipment and personnel, and hands-on activities that tested students' physical abilities. The program aimed to provide students in years 10 to 12 with a greater insight into the daily operations of police and build relationships between police and the local community.

Key Takeaways:

  • The workshop was attended by students from five high schools: Vincentia, Bomaderry, Nowra, Shoalhaven, and Ulladulla Highs.
  • The program aimed to give students an understanding of the different jobs and specialty roles available in the police force, making a policing career seem "a lot more interesting" to some students.
  • The workshop included a tour of the Nowra Police Station, introductions to various equipment and personnel, and hands-on activities that tested students' physical abilities, such as grip strength, planks, pushups, and vertical jumps.
  • Students were impressed by the sporting opportunities on offer, including chances to represent the NSW Police in major events.
  • Chief Inspector David Cockram from the Nowra Police District described the response to the program as "overwhelming" and expressed interest in expanding the program to get more local kids involved.
  • The workshop was part of the 'You Should be a Cop in Your Hometown' program, a recruitment campaign specifically targeting applicants to become an officer in their hometown.

Statistics:

  • 5 high schools participated in the policing workshop
  • 10-12 year-old students attended the workshop
  • 5 schools were involved in the first round of the program, with interest from other schools across the South Coast Police District
  • The Nowra Police District is just one of 12 regional areas involved in the 'You Should be a Cop in Your Hometown' program

Sources:

  • [Byline: Glenn Ellard, Students from five high schools have taken part in a policing workshop in Nowra.]