March 15, 2021
Workman to oversee police bias study
Justice system reform advocate Sir Kim Workman says a major research programme with police and Te Puna Haumaru NZ Institute for Security and Crime Science at the University of Waikato is a watershed moment.
The programme will look at where bias may exist within Police policies, processes, and practices, and how policing can be delivered that is fair and equitable for all communities.
Commissioner Andrew Coster said it is crucial the debate about bias in policing is grounded in evidence and common understanding.
He says the findings will inform Police work programmes and help it to deliver on its commitment to Māori, and the Treaty, by ensuring our actions are fair, reasonable and proportionate for all New Zealanders.
Sir Kim Workman will chair an external reference group to provide expert, independent, academic, cultural and community advice to the research programme.
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