Today, we begin a new, three-part series on De-Escalation techniques in law enforcement. Guests for this series include subject matter experts Terry Nichols and Courtney Tassin. On this episode, they discuss the concept of de-escalation, barriers to effective de-escalation, the importance of community engagement, viewing policing through a lens of problem solving, de-escalation strategies that can be used outside of the law enforcement field, and more.

Many of the topics discussed in this series are explored in depth in LSU NCBRT/ACE’s course, PER-405: De-Escalation Strategies and Professional Policing. More information on that course can be found here. LSU NCBRT/ACE courses are DHS/FEMA-certified and are available at no cost to participants.

The second episode in this series will air on Tuesday, November 14th.