Big Data Wont End This Injustice

Details: Published on Sunday, 29 November -0001 16:00; Written by editor

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During a recent conference in Belgium on racial and ethnic profiling—which brought together police, policymakers, civil society organizations, and members of the community—two things were made clear. First, many law enforcement officers believe ethnic and racial profiling is wrong but feel powerless to stop it. Second, in order to move beyond awareness of the problem to actually solving it, policymakers and civil society groups must remain engaged, focused, and just as willing to support potential allies as they are to challenge dedicated foes. While initiatives to collect data on how officers treat citizens are essential, merely cataloging abuses is not enough. To combat this threat to the health of our communities, we must work together to ensure the benefits of equality and safety are truly enjoyed by all.

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