activities · 19
what they do
direct service · 9
- Community Engagement EventsHosts and participates in various community engagement events, including educational events with Q&A sessions, town halls with legal authorities, and events supporting law enforcement and community initiatives like the DEA Teen Academy, "Shop with a Cop," and Sex Trafficking Awareness events.
- Facilitating Communication through Radio Broadcasts Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingOperates a weekly live one-hour radio show, "Law Matters," to foster open dialogue and improve communication between law enforcement and communities, providing insights into officers' daily lives and public safety information. The show also airs Public Service Announcements for law enforcement agencies.
- Hosting Educational Events and Town Halls Legal Education & Public OutreachHosts educational events, including screenings of movies/documentaries with Q&A sessions featuring legal authorities, and town halls to allow the public to hear from legal offices.
- Law Enforcement Recognition and AppreciationRecognizes and honors law enforcement personnel and units for their service and heroism through awards, challenge coins, and appreciation events, such as honoring the Tucson Police SWAT team and K9 Unit, and presenting awards to individual officers.
- Live Radio Show Production Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingOperates a weekly live one-hour radio show, "Law Matters," to facilitate communication between law enforcement and communities, providing insight into officers' daily lives and public safety information. The show also airs Public Service Announcements (PSAs) for law enforcement agencies.
- Podcast Content Production Original Podcast and Media ProductionProduces various podcast content, which is featured on its website and listened to nationally.
- Producing Educational Podcast Content Podcast Production for Public AwarenessProduces various podcast content, featuring discussions on topics such as drug rehabilitation, which are listened to nationally.
- Recognizing and Honoring Law Enforcement PersonnelAcknowledges and honors law enforcement personnel for their service and heroism through awards, challenge coins, and public recognition of their achievements and deployments.
- Supporting Community Engagement and Outreach Events Law Enforcement and Public Safety GrantmakingParticipates in and hosts various community engagement events, including the DEA Teen Academy, First Responder Appreciation Raffles, "Shop with a Cop" events, and annual Sex Trafficking Awareness events, to support law enforcement and community initiatives.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy for Fallen Officers Memorialization of Fallen OfficersSubmits formal applications to state boards to name public infrastructure after fallen law enforcement officers, such as the application to name an overpass after fallen trooper Juan Cruz.
- Advocacy for Public Recognition Memorialization of Fallen OfficersEngages in advocacy efforts to publicly recognize fallen law enforcement officers, such as submitting a formal application to name an overpass after fallen trooper Juan Cruz.
- Advocating for Public Recognition of Fallen Officers Memorialization of Fallen OfficersSubmits formal applications to state boards to name public infrastructure, such as overpasses, after fallen law enforcement officers.
research · 2
- Conducting Non-Partisan Research and Education Law Enforcement Information & Coordination NetworksConducts non-partisan research, education, and informational activities aimed at improving communication among law enforcement, lawmakers, and military personnel.
- Non-partisan Research and Education Law Enforcement Information & Coordination NetworksConducts non-partisan research, education, and informational activities to improve communication between law enforcement, lawmakers, and military personnel.
capacity building · 5
- Internship Program Structured Internship Programs with Hands-On Nonprofit ExperienceOffers an internship program for students interested in criminal justice or communications.
- Offering an Internship Program Structured Internship Programs with Hands-On Nonprofit ExperienceProvides an internship program for students interested in criminal justice or communications, offering practical experience within the organization.
- Professional Training and Continuing Education Law Enforcement Professional Development TrainingProvides presentations and co-hosts training events that offer attendees CE, CLE, or AZPOSt credit, covering topics such as Psychological & Behavioral Characteristics of Sex Offenders, Active Shooter Training, and Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime for law enforcement personnel.
- Professional Training and Continuing Education Law Enforcement Professional Development TrainingProvides presentations and co-hosts training events that offer attendees continuing education (CE, CLE, or AZPOSt) credit, covering topics such as Psychological & Behavioral Characteristics of Sex Offenders, Active Shooter Training, and Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime for law enforcement.
- Providing Professional Training and Continuing Education Law Enforcement Professional Development TrainingOffers presentations and training events that provide attendees with CE, CLE, or AZPOSt credit, covering topics such as Psychological & Behavioral Characteristics of Sex Offenders, Active Shooter Training, and Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime for law enforcement personnel.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Community forums for civic engagement community engagementHosts town halls to connect the public directly with officials, increasing transparency and informed civic participation.
- Community-engaged communication through media platforms community-engaged communicationUses live radio shows, podcasts, and public media to facilitate dialogue between law enforcement, policymakers, and communities, fostering mutual understanding and safer environments.
- Drug take-back and medication safety campaigns drug take-back programReduces opioid misuse and overdose risk by promoting the removal and safe disposal of unneeded medications from households.
- Facilitating Community-Law Enforcement Communication community_engaged_communicationLaw Matters uses public media, specifically a live radio show, and classroom settings to create open communication channels between law enforcement, lawmakers, military personnel, and the communities they serve. This approach aims to build safer, more informed communities by fostering understanding and dialogue.
- Facilitating Community-Law Enforcement Communication community_engaged_communicationLaw Matters uses various platforms, including public media, classroom settings, and a live radio show, to foster open communication and understanding between law enforcement, lawmakers, military personnel, and the communities they serve. This approach aims to build safer and more informed communities by bridging communication gaps and promoting dialogue.
- Podcast outreach for broader public education podcast production and promotionExpands public access to justice-related information by growing the audience for its podcast content.
- Professional Development for Law Enforcement professional_development_trainingLaw Matters supports law enforcement by co-hosting training events on specialized topics, such as sex offender characteristics, to enhance their professional capabilities and effectiveness in addressing complex community safety issues.
- Professional Development for Law Enforcement law_enforcement_support_and_developmentLaw Matters supports law enforcement by co-hosting training events on specialized topics, such as sex offender characteristics, to enhance their professional capabilities. Additionally, they recognize and appreciate law enforcement members through a weekly radio show, aiming to boost morale and acknowledge their dedicated service.
- Public Education and Awareness for Safety public_education_and_awarenessLaw Matters provides educational opportunities and awareness campaigns to inform the public on critical safety topics, including online safety for children, elder fraud prevention, drug misuse prevention, and various forms of violence and crime. This strategy aims to empower individuals with knowledge to prevent harm and create safer environments.
- Public Education and Awareness for Safety public_education_and_awarenessLaw Matters provides educational opportunities and awareness campaigns to inform the public, children, parents, and educators on critical safety topics. This includes online safety, elder fraud prevention, drug misuse prevention, and awareness of issues like human trafficking, domestic violence, and active shooter situations, with the goal of creating better-informed and safer communities.
- Public awareness and prevention of elder financial fraud elder fraud preventionCombats elder fraud through targeted education and alignment with national initiatives, empowering seniors to recognize and avoid financial crimes.
- Public safety training and professional development safety trainingBuilds community resilience and law enforcement capacity through active shooter training and specialized professional development on issues like sex offender behavior and human trafficking.
- Recognition and Appreciation of Law Enforcement recognition_and_appreciationLaw Matters acknowledges and honors the dedicated work of law enforcement members through a live weekly radio show, providing awards and challenge coins. This strategy aims to boost morale and public recognition for their service.
- Youth and family online safety education online safety educationDelivers age-specific online safety education to children, parents, and educators through interactive digital tools and curricula, aiming to prevent online risks such as sextortion and exploitation.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
A platform for the public to report fraud, particularly focusing on financial crimes targeting seniors, to aid in identifying and investigating such crimes.
Operation Protect Veterans
A joint venture by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and AARP to educate veterans about scams targeting them.
Safe Online Surfing (SOS)
A free computer literacy program developed by the FBI to educate parents and students (grades 3-8) on safe online practices, available in English and Spanish.
relationships · 36
who they work with
- ARIZONA FALLEN HERO MEMORIAL RIDERS (AFHMR) Partner — Law Matters participated in their annual event on November 12.
- AZ Sheriff's Association Partner — Sponsor and supporting organization of Law Matters
- AZ Sherriff’s Association Partner — Co-hosted a training event on Psychological & Behavioral Characteristics of Sex Offenders.
- Arizona Complete Health Partner — Mentioned as a local resource aiming to transform community health.
- Arizona’s Children Association Partner — Supported by Law Matters attending the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle.
- CODAC Partner — Discussed by Law Matters as a resource for health, recovery, and wellness services.
- Compliant Technologies Partner — Sponsor and supporting organization of Law Matters
- Costco Partner — Sponsor and supporting organization of Law Matters
- Department of Homeland Security Partner — Collaborated on a public service announcement regarding potential threats following HAMAS attacks on Israel
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Partner — Issued a Public Service Announcement regarding potential threats in the United States.
- Department of Justice Partner — Works in alignment with the Department of Justice Elder Fraud Initiative.
- Desert Palm Clinic Community Partners Partner — Mentioned as a partner providing guidance for those struggling with addiction.
- Diamondback Police Supply Partner — Sponsor and supporting organization of Law Matters
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Partner — Collaborates on the DEA Teen Academy and National Take Back Day initiatives.
- FBI Partner — Collaborates with the FBI to develop and promote the Law Matters live radio show.
- FOPA Partner — Includes a representative from FOPA in Tucson on its board, supporting organizational governance and community outreach.
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Partner — Collaborated on a public service announcement regarding potential threats following HAMAS attacks on Israel
- Homeland Security Investigations Partner — Hosted a social media video presentation that Law Matters attended.
- Internal Revenue Service Government — Law Matters references IRS resources and collaborates with IRS communications regarding tax fraud prevention
- Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Partner — Provides an avenue for the public to report fraud, especially elder fraud.
- La Frontera Partner — Mentioned as a partner for community safety, strength, and health.
- Mercy Care Partner — Hosted a social media video presentation that Law Matters attended.
- Oro Valley Police Department Partner — Partnered for Oro Valley National Night Out 2022 and Human Trafficking Awareness event.
- Pima Federal Credit Union Partner — Hosted a Town Hall at their corporate office and had participants ride for Law Matters in El Tour de Tucson.
- Pima Federal Credit Union Partner — Location where an award was presented to a retiring Deputy Chief
- Sherry Partner — Staff member available for direct contact via phone or email.
- TPD K9 Unit Partner — Recognized the K9 Unit for their deployments and arrests
- Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Government — Law Matters directs individuals to report IRS impersonation scams and Economic Impact Payment fraud to TIGTA
- Tucson Police Partner — Partners with Tucson Police to produce the Law Matters live radio show and foster community dialogue.
- Tucson Police Department Partner — Supported Officer Jeff Rumsley and Tango in the 2023 Desert Dog Police K9 Trials; hosted a social media video presentation; partnered for Oro Valley National Night Out 2022.
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