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At the 2024 Annual Conference in Oklahoma City, OK, the National Sheriffs' Association honored outstanding individuals who exemplify the commitment to “protect and serve.” Among them is Lieutenant Kimberly Klos of Baldwin County, Alabama, who received the Corrections/Jail Innovation of the Year Award. Lieutenant Klos played a pivotal role in achieving accreditation for the Baldwin County Corrections Center through the National Institute of Jail Operations (NIJO). She worked closely with NIJO staff, ensuring the center met more than 150 specific standards. Additionally, during her tenure, she introduced the Stepping Up Initiative, focused on aiding individuals with mental health and emotional challenges. Submit an application for the 2025 NSA Awards here: https://lnkd.in/epwehkSd

The National Sheriffs’ Association is dedicated to raising awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence in our country. On average, more than three women are murdered by their intimate partners in this country every day. National statistics show that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will be victims of domestic violence at some point in their lifetimes. Domestic violence affects more than 12 million people each year in the United States. While these numbers are shocking, most cases are never reported to law enforcement, so they only scratch the surface of how prevalent domestic violence is in our society. We, as a country, can no longer afford to stay silent. We must do more to raise awareness about domestic violence and support victims and survivors. “Raising awareness about the issue of domestic violence is a crucial part of my platform during my tenure as the 84th President of the NSA,” said Canyon County Sheriff Kieran Donahue. “Domestic violence calls are some of the most dangerous calls that sheriffs and law enforcement officers respond to nationwide. We must do more to bring awareness to this issue that affects so many people in every community across our country. Domestic violence is a learned behavior, and we must take action now so we can teach the next generation about the importance of healthy relationships. Twelve years ago, my wife Jeanie and I founded the K. Donahue Foundation (dba the Man Up Crusade). The Man Up Crusade has partnered with professional rodeos (PRCA) and Pro Bull Riders (PBR) events across the United States, where our event partners host “Purple Night” or “Purple Day” to raise awareness and provide funding for domestic violence shelters and advocacy groups in those communities. I would love to see more national organizations, colleges, and professional sports franchises play a more prominent role in bringing awareness to the issue, so we have a better chance of changing the next generation and breaking the cycle of domestic violence.” Sheriff Donahue added, “This is not an issue where you can sit on the fence and watch this epidemic continue. It is simple. You are either for domestic violence, or you are against it. Take a stand. Help the National Sheriffs Association and the Man Up Crusade bring awareness to this issue.” #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth💜 #EndDomesticViolence #BreakTheCycle #DVAM2024 #NSA #NationalSheriffsAssociation

Yesterday, Sheriffs Garry McFadden (Mecklenburg, NC), Dawanna Witt (Hennepin County, MN), Leon Lott (Richland County, SC), and Patrick Labat (Fulton County, GA) attended the White House as President Biden signed an executive order to reduce gun violence and address emerging firearm threats.

The National Sheriffs’ Association recognized award winners at the 2024 Annual Conference in Oklahoma City, OK. These individuals embody the spirit of “protect and serve.” We begin by highlighting the recipient of the Ferris E. Lucas Sheriff of the Year Award, Sheriff Craig Apple Sr. of Albany County, New York. Sheriff Apple was praised as an “exemplary sheriff throughout his career, admired by his peers as an innovator, consummate professional, and mentor to new sheriffs in New York.” During his tenure, Sheriff Apple has launched several public-benefit programs, supporting those struggling with substance abuse, and used his platform to advocate for the less fortunate.

'America is suffering,' sheriffs call on Washington to act on border security concerns The nation's sheriffs are calling on Washington to find bipartisan solutions to a border security situation they say is unsustainable and endangers Americans. https://lnkd.in/eyZTVx3f

Sheriff Kieran Donahue, the 84th President of the National Sheriffs' Association, along with his wife Jeanie, traveled to Massachusetts to attend the September meeting of the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association. During the meeting, Sheriff Donahue led an insightful discussion on many pressing issues facing law enforcement. Sheriff Donahue and Jeanie also presented on their nonprofit, the Man Up Crusade, which raises awareness and supports efforts to combat domestic violence.

The American Sheriff Alliance Immigration and Border Security Priorities and Positions As Sheriffs of this great nation, our sworn duty is to protect those we serve. We are in office, elected by the people, to give voice to the public safety concerns of the American people. The American Sheriff Alliance, comprised of Sheriffs from the National Sheriffs’ Association, Major County Sheriffs of America, Western States Sheriffs’ Association, Southwestern Border Sheriffs’ Coalition, and the Texas Border Sheriff’s Coalition, issues this position statement to our nation’s leaders and to the American public related to immigration and border security matters. Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/eES7_yZg

Sheriff Chris West of Canadian County, OK, represented the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) at a congressional briefing on the upgrading of America’s 9-1-1 system. As a member of the Public Safety Next Generation 9-1-1 Coalition, NSA is devoted to upgrading our nation’s emergency response infrastructure to meet the country's current demand. The Coalition is committed to advancing legislation to enable a nationwide upgrade to NG9-1-1 that is interoperable, competitive, innovative, and secure. Learn more about the coalition here: https://lnkd.in/eDPSdZXY Also pictured Sheriff Bill Brown of Santa Barbara County, CA, and Sheriff Patricia Cole-Tindell of King County, WA.