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Independent Advisory Groups
Independent Advisory Groups (IAGs) are made up of trusted individuals who are prepared to listen to, observe and comment on the equality, diversity and inclusivity of activities and policies of Warwickshire Police. Members offer impartial advice to us the police, on a range of topics at quarterly meetings. It is important to us that local people are influencing and helping to shape the services delivered to our communities.
As well as four local IAGs covering the four policing areas of the county, there are two thematic groups that offer insight, advice and guidance based on their lived experience, on issues that may impact others similar to them, living and working in our communities:
We recognise and are grateful to the IAG members for their valuable support in helping to improve all aspects of our service, from operations to policies. IAGs are facilitated by our Engagement & Equality Officer and Safer Neighbourhood Teams. Agendas for each meeting are agreed in advance, with actions for police and IAG members.
The advice and support from the IAGs following a critical incident is very important to us. We see this as not only an opportunity to reassure the community, but also gain better insight and a richer picture. By engaging with and involving our IAGs at the earliest opportunity, we help reduce community tensions by demonstrating an open and transparent dialogue with the people most affected by whatever has happened.
Objectives
The aim of each group is:
What have IAGs achieved?
IAGs have been integral in providing advice and guidance to Warwickshire Police in many areas, including:
We are actively recruiting new members for all our IAGs. We need your valuable input to help shape and impact local policing. So, if you have a desire to improve what and how services are delivered to your community, then please submit application form below. If you would like a paper application form sent out, please email [email protected]
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Penny is a critical friend to Warwickshire Police, offering advice and guidance on a range of issues. She has done this by volunteering some time to become an IAG member. Penny has an interest in equality and diversity and has joined the LGBT IAG, where she is able to offer more specialised advice to the police on more sensitive issues. Take a look at what Penny had to say about the rewards and benefits of being an IAG member.