RVIPF rolls out 'women in policing initiative' to boost public image
The initiative, which is the first of its kind for the RVIPF was officially launched on February 15, 2024, and means that the RVIPF is now the fourth Caribbean UK Overseas Territory to undertake this transformative endeavor.
“The launch of this initiative was facilitated and supported by Ms. Maria Stanley, a Project Officer with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Ms. Stanley also joined the launching ceremony as a guest speaker, providing valuable insights and encouragement to the women in attendance,” the RVIPF said in a release.
Present at the launch was Governor Daniel Pruce who expressed his support and best wishes for the success of the Women in Policing Network initiative.
The Governor emphasized the need for the RVIPF's commitment to diversity and inclusivity, recognizing the importance of engaging with the community as a public sector organization. Commissioner of Police Mr Collins congratulated the women of the RVIPF and affirmed his unwavering support for the network.
He also acknowledged the significance of women coming together to create a stronger, more inclusive police force.
Remain steadfast through challenges - Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Jacqueline E. Vanterpool, the first woman Superintendent and Deputy Commissioner of Police shared her inspiring journey within the RVIPF.
"Though the challenges did not stop, they didn't stop me," Deputy Commissioner Vanterpool said while urging all female members of the organization to remain steadfast, persevere through challenges, and break barriers in their pursuit of professional success.
Ms. Patricia Hackett, Gender Affairs Coordinator for the Virgin Islands Government who attended as a guest speaker emphasized the progress made in overcoming historical gender disparities while highlighting the importance of initiatives like Women in Policing in creating a more equitable and inclusive society.
The RVIPF said it is proud to take on the Woman in Policing initiative as a significant step toward gender equality and is committed to providing a supportive environment for the professional development of women in policing.
24 Responses to “RVIPF rolls out 'women in policing initiative' to boost public image”
Just a distraction from corrupt C**ins mess
Commissioner please be aware that officers at the front desk are reluctant to share your contact number with the public.
Officer J*** ****8op*** was 1 of the worst female office in 2000, after she got in trouble look like she learn that she's not that powerful, now I see she trying to be a decent officer good luck to her
Talking from experience, and what i see.
Both the Commissioner of Police and the female Deputy Commissioner please go and teach the officers to give evidence in court and stop begining to think that Policing is a popularity or taking photo thing. But again you can't teach something if you can not do it.
Been their and done that.
When come to construction work no woman
When come to laying ash fall on the road no woman
When come to putting up electrical pole no woman
Pluming work no woman
Mechanical work no woman
Engineering work no woman
But they want to come into fields dominated by men an complain about equality
The ministry hire 6 women principal no man complain
But if it was 6 male got hire oh how come no woman get hired
Is just me no one see something wrong with this?
Women dominate work in banks hospital, trust companies, teaching, hospitality industry, healthcare most office work men don’t come in complaining, maybe men need to start our own group for equality in those areas
Come over VG and the these f@t*$$ sl*bs in action ,just driving around ,eating,.shopping doing family business etc
They need to ship these f*t @$$ women in.VG out on a cay to police the birds.For my tax.dollars not one at school to direct traffic,non dock,no foot patrol