New Jersey A2171 mandates cultural diversity and implicit bias training in police basic training curriculum.

New Jersey A2171 requires the Police Training Commission to include cultural diversity and implicit bias training in the basic training course for police officers. This training aims to promote positive interactions with community members, regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. The bill defines "implicit bias" as having attitudes or associating stereotypes with people without conscious knowledge. Additionally, it mandates that instructors at basic training academies receive specialized training in cultural diversity and implicit bias in policing.

New Jersey A2171 mandates cultural diversity and implicit bias training in police basic training curriculum.

New Jersey A2171 requires the Police Training Commission to include cultural diversity and implicit bias training in the basic training course for police officers. This training aims to promote positive interactions with community members, regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. The bill defines "implicit bias" as having attitudes or associating stereotypes with people without conscious knowledge. Additionally, it mandates that instructors at basic training academies receive specialized training in cultural diversity and implicit bias in policing.