Poor relations between community members and police can lead to feelings of distrust, anger and fear. Citizens may think the police are prejudiced and have unfair policies. Police may feel blame for all kinds of social problems, and think they don't get credit for doing their jobs.

Dialogue-to-change programs help people build the trusting relationships necessary for long-term change. People from diverse backgrounds and experiences develop trust, understand each other's experiences, and work together on solutions.

Read profiles of programs working to improve community-police relations in their communities

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December 4, 2009 | Everyday Democracy's Fall 2009 Focus South Bronx moves past divisiveness to create community change
by Robin Watson

October 28, 2009 | Kentucky New Era | Hopkinsville, Kentucky Hopkinsville, Ky., residents weigh in on how to build community-police relations Change in perspective: Study circles recommend more police, diversity training
by Julia Hunter

September 13, 2009 | The Lima News | Lima, Ohio Police department in Lima, Ohio, hosts forums to address residents' concerns Top cops hold second community forum
by Greg Sowinski

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