Florida Sheriffs Association

Empowering Women Leaders in Law Enforcement Today, in honor of Women’s History Month, we are proud to host the First Florida Sheriffs Association Women's Leadership Academy! This leadership training program is designed to elevate women currently in leadership roles within Florida Sheriff's Offices. With industry leaders like Retired Sheriff Darnell, Retired Sheriff Benton, Major Santana of Orange County Sheriff's Office, Orlando, Florida's, and Captain Carter Charlotte County Sheriff's Office guiding the way, the Academy is focusing on mentorship programs, the challenges faced by women in law enforcement, and personal leadership stories that inspire. The event is bringing together 42 women from 35 Sheriff's offices across Florida to collaborate and learn.

?? Calling All Children of First Responders! ?? IAF’s Youth Scholarship Program is here to support your dreams! Whether you aspire to become a scientist, artist, business leader, or anything in between, this scholarship can help you pursue any career path through a college degree. ?? Let’s celebrate the dedication of first responders by empowering the next generation to achieve greatness. ?? Apply today and take the first step toward your future: Learn More Here - https://loom.ly/nMSkl6k Your future is limitless—start your journey now! ?? #IAFScholarship #FirstResponderFamilies #EducationMatters #DreamBig Florida Police Chief's Assn Florida Fire Marshals and Inspectors AssociationFlorida Sheriffs Association Florida Fire Chiefs' Association

??? Stay safe on the road! ??? Wearing a seat belt is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your passengers, cutting the risk of serious injury or death in half. Buckle up every time! Read more about how to keep your teen safe driving at https://lnkd.in/egSXpbHb.

?? NEW FSACAST EPISODE ?? In our latest FSAcast episode, we provide an overview of the new immigration law that passed the Florida Legislature during a special session in February. FSA's legislative chair, Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, provides insight into the immigration challenges we are facing and what local law enforcement agencies are doing to assist the federal government in addressing illegal immigration. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE BY CLICKING THE LINK IN THE COMMENTS OR SUBSCRIBE TO FSACAST VIA YOUR APPLE PODCAST OR SPOTIFY.

This week the Florida Sheriffs Association hosted the Police Executive Research Forum’s (PERF) Integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics (ICAT) trainer the trainer class.??ICAT takes the essential building blocks of critical thinking, crisis intervention, communications, and tactics, and puts them together in an integrated approach to training. ICAT is anchored by a Critical Decision-Making Model that helps officers assess situations, make safe and effective decisions, and document and learn from their actions.? The goal of ICAT is to enhance both officer safety and public safety, by providing police officers with more tools, skills, and options for handling different types of critical incidents, especially those that involve subjects who are acting erratically because of mental illness or behavioral crisis and who are unarmed or armed with a weapon other than a firearm. The attendees of this training will have the skillset to teach this program to the members of their agency to include proper de-escalation techniques.??

Calling all LEOs, COs, and POs who want be peers for their agency and/or the FDLE Post Critical Incident Seminar (PCIS). FDLE will be hosting 4 full days (8-5) of training for peer support members April 7-10, 2025. It will consist of topics concerning assisting individuals in crisis and group crisis intervention. The training is for our continuing Post Critical Incident Seminars (PCIS) and is through the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation.?All peers who participate in our PCIS will be required to have the training. If you already have peer support training that is a plus; however, not required. We are seeking peers who have experienced, recovered from, and developed resilience to a traumatic event, cumulative stress, etc. ? The training is provided free of charge through FDLE and will take place at the Hillsborough Community College, Public Service Technology Building, Classroom #342 located at 2002 N 17th Street, Tampa, Florida 33605. ? Please utilize this link to register for the training: https://lnkd.in/eASWP_cv ? Once the class is full, the registrant will be contacted with additional details. The Florida Sheriffs Association is providing the following: ? The FSA has a limited number of grant opportunities that will reimburse agencies a flat rate of $750 for attending this training.?To apply for this reimbursement please email FSA Training Coordinator Steve Cole:?[email protected] At the conclusion of the class, he would need a copy of the roster/sign in sheet to process the reimbursement. Please contact Eric Jester [email protected] for any additional questions or concerns.

In 1959, the Walker family was tragically murdered in their home in Osprey, Florida. Despite the passage of decades, this case remains one of Florida's most chilling unsolved mysteries. The brutal nature of the crime, combined with connections to the notorious In Cold Blood killings, has kept the case in the public eye. However, amidst the sensational theories, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office continues to diligently work on the case, hoping to uncover new evidence and bring justice to the Walker family. This is a stark reminder that the quest for closure in cold cases is a long and difficult journey. In the newest episode of the FSA Cold Case Podcast, we explore the Walker family’s case, share new insights, and discuss how you can help provide much-needed closure. Your input may be the key to solving a case that has haunted Florida for over six decades. Links in the comments.

?? ?? ?? New FSA Blog Alert!?? ?? ?? Parents, keep your teen drivers safe with these essential tips from the Florida Sheriffs Association. Read more now at https://lnkd.in/egSXpbHb

Florida has a dark history when it comes to crime, and some of its most infamous serial killers were women. ?? From chilling motives to shocking crimes, our latest blog dives into the eerie stories of Florida’s most notorious female killers. Read it now at www.flsheriffs.org/blog

?? ?? 2025 Fire & Rescue Graphics Contest ?? ?? We want to see YOUR fire, rescue, and emergency vehicles in action! Whether it’s an ambulance, fire truck, rescue boat, or airborne unit – if it saves lives, we want to showcase it! How to Enter: 1?? Submit a high-quality, unedited landscape photo of your vehicle (1,200 x 628 pixels, JPG/PNG format). 2?? No people in the photo, just the vehicle in all its glory! 3?? Send your photo with agency & contact info via our Jotform Application by April 1st, 2025 at 5 p.m. ?? Link to submittal application is in the comments. What’s at Stake? ?? PRIZES: A custom plaque, two hotel nights, and a pass to attend an upcoming conference! Plus, you'll get recognition across our social media. Finalists will be chosen based on Facebook reactions, so make sure to share and get those likes! Don't miss your chance to showcase your pride and represent your community! Florida Fire Chiefs' Association