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Celebrating Female LEOs During Women’s History Month 2024!

By April 1, 2024 No Comments

I.U.P.A. Local Milwaukee Police Association, #21, WI

I.U.P.A. Local Milwaukee Police Association, #21, in WI posted on social media, “We salute them every day – and especially for #WomensHistoryMonth. MPA joins the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) in showing our appreciation and support for the women of the MPD. In 1975, Ada Wright became the first female Police Officer in the MPD. There is a bright future and a meaningful career for those who want to join us and make a difference.”

I.U.P.A. Local Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, #27, WA

I.U.P.A. Local Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, #27, in WA posted, “On this International Women’s Day we give a big shout out to our incredible staff and members in law enforcement. We are impressed everyday but the solid work being done in our communities. A heartfelt thank you to all women out there striving for the best. The best for your own life and goals, family, community, and profession. You really can do it all.”

I.U.P.A. Local Prince William County Police Association, #5010, VA

I.U.P.A. Local Prince William County Police Association, #5010 Members were recognized by the Prince William County Police Department post, “International Women’s Day: Today, we celebrate the achievements of women. Thank you to the sworn and professional women of #PWCPD for your bravery, purposefulness and devotion. #EmbraceEquity”.

I.U.P.A. Local Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Assn., #77, UT

I.U.P.A. Local Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Assn., #77 Members were recognized by the Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake post, “Join us in honoring all the remarkable women who have paved the way for progress and inspiration here at UPD. Let’s make this month a tribute to achievements of women everywhere.”

I.U.P.A. Local Coalition of Police, #911, TX

I.U.P.A. Local Coalition of Police Members were pictured in posts from Harris County Constable Precinct 4. Their post about International Women’s Day stated, “This International Women’s Day, let’s recognize the remarkable women who make up Constable Mark Herman’s Office. From our Civilian Staff to Deputies and Command Staff…all our women work tirelessly to make a difference in YOUR community. Let’s honor the bravery and resilience of women in law enforcement. Thank you for your service!”

Their post about Women’s History Month stated, “HAPPY WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH! To the women who paved the way, so we could proudly serve today… the women of Constable Mark Herman’s Office thank you!! #WomensHistoryMonth #StrongWomen”.

I.U.P.A. Local Toledo Police Patrolman’s Assn., #10, OH

I.U.P.A. Local Toledo Police Patrolman’s Assn., #10 Members were recognized by the Toledo Police Department’s post, “Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, courage, and resilience of women all around the world. From our fearless female officers to the amazing dispatchers, and support staff. Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to keeping our communities safe. #toledopolice #internationalwomensday”.

I.U.P.A. Local Clermont Police Officers/Sgts. Union, #6013/6014, FL

I.U.P.A. Local Clermont Police Officers/Sgts. Union, #6013/6014 Members were recognized by a post from the Clermont Police Department, “March is Women’s History Month! It is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. The Clermont Police Department would like to celebrate the amazing contributions women have made to history, particularly in the area of law enforcement. Thank you to all the brave women who have led the way into modern law enforcement!”

The post continued, “We would like to highlight our very own Sergeant Brittany Wegner!  She is not only a great supervisor here at the Clermont Police Department, she is also the granddaughter of Florida’s first female Chief of Police, Sue Hogan, who served as Chief of Police for Minneola in 1979.  Sergeant Wegner and her grandmother, are living examples of the tremendous advances women have made in law enforcement!”