Episode 5

Building Stronger Communities: From Dependence to Interdependence

Published on: 27th March, 2025

How can communities and police redefine their roles in ensuring public safety?

In this episode, Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss innovative approaches to community and police collaboration. They explore the importance of shared accountability, belonging, and proactive engagement to create safer, more connected neighborhoods. With real-life examples and practical insights, the hosts demonstrate how communities can take ownership of their well-being and transform public safety.


Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode: 


* The concept of shared accountability in creating safer communities.


* Why a sense of belonging is essential for community health and safety.


* Shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach in public safety.


* How police can transition from a paternalistic model to a partnership model.


* Strategies for engaging youth and empowering them as community leaders.


* Real-life examples of successful community-police collaboration.


* Redefining public safety metrics. 


* Addressing the cultural and systemic barriers to police-community cooperation.


Chapters: 


(02:00) Redefining Community and Police Roles

(09:00) Building Trust Through Belonging

(16:30) Shifting to a Shared Model of Accountability

(24:00) Engaging Youth in Public Safety

(32:15) Examples of Community Empowerment

(42:00) Overcoming Barriers to Cooperation


Resources mentioned in this episode: 


* Safety in Our Hands, a book by Mike Butler and Peter Block: https://projectpact.org/resources/ 


This episode of Beyond the Bandaids is brought to you by Project PACT (Police And Community Together). Learn more about Project PACT by visiting https://projectpact.org/ 


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Connect with the co-hosts of Beyond the Bandaids:


Chief Mike Butler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-butler-6b0b2587/ 


Dr. Carol Engel-Enright on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-engel-enright-97701a10/ 


Kristin Daley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-daley-23bb7b26b/ 


The following three organizations—each committed to enhancing community well-being and policing integrity—joined forces to create Project PACT. 


Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP): https://lawenforcementactionpartnership.org/ 

New Blue: https://newblue.org/ 

The School of Statesmanship, Stewardship & Service (SOSSAS): https://sossas.org/ 


Beyond the Bandaids is dedicated to exploring how police officers, public safety professionals, community leaders, and community members can reconnect with their sense of purpose and inspire positive change in their local community.


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This episode was produced by Story On Media & Marketing: https://www.successwithstories.com 

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About the Podcast

Beyond the Bandaids with Project PACT
Welcome to Beyond the Bandaids with Project PACT, a podcast dedicated to exploring how police officers, public safety professionals, community leaders, and community members can reconnect with their sense of purpose and inspire positive change in their local community.

Through meaningful conversations and insights from experts, this podcast emphasizes that both citizens and police are part of the community, aiming to foster unity and build trust through partnership.

Beyond the Bandaids helps you rediscover this purpose and make a real difference by looking within and fostering deeper community connections. Instead of focusing on symptoms or past problems, we concentrate on creating a future where lasting, positive changes are not just possible, but probable.

For community members, Beyond the Bandaids offers a hopeful perspective on collaboration and compassion. Together, we can create vibrant, thriving neighborhoods where everyone plays a role in public safety and well-being. Join us as we explore transformative conversations and pave the way for a safer, more harmonious future for all.

Beyond the Bandaids is brought to you in partnership with the Law Enforcement Action Partnership, New Blue, and The School of Statesmanship, Stewardship, and Service (SOSSAS).

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