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National Police Service
Community Policing
Information Booklet
“BUILDING SAFER COMMUNITIES TOGETHER”
Second Edition, 2020National Police Service
Community Policing
Information Booklet
Vision
“A world class police service”
Mission
“To provide a professional, innovative and people—centered police
service through reforms, community partnership, capacity building
and upholding the rule of law for a safe and secure society”.
Motto
Service with Dignity
Core Values
Justice
Integrity
Equity
Participation
Accountal
Openness
Civility
Second Edition, 2020FOREWORD
The 21" Century policing environment is dynamic and complex. Such
dynamism and complexity calls for a broader engagement with key
stakeholders with a view of synergizing effort, resources and strategies
necessary for achieving secure and safer communities. It is in this
context that Community Policing comes handy: to bring together
policing authorities and community members; participate in joint
problem identification and forge workable strategies for efficient and
effective resolution of security and safety problems afflicting them.
As service delivery in major industries is being practised in a people-
centred approach, police services across the world are no exception.
Customer satisfaction achieved through efficient and effective service
delivery is what each enterprise is yearning for in order to remain
afloat in the market. In policing circles, each client requires and even
demands quality services. Officers are duty bound by their calling,
constitutional impetus as well as other laws to offer such services to
the satisfaction required. Unless there is a close bond between the
provider and the consumer of a service, its provision and enjoyment
cannot be easily realized. The bond referred to here is partnership
between the two.
This manual, being the second edition, has been designed as an easy
to use guide for practitioners of community policing at all levels. The
illustrations are intended to build a clear comprehension by the reader
of what community policing is and how it can be practised in real life
situations. Further the size allows the officers to carry them anywhere
and anytime thus providing an easy reference whenever it is needed.
It is worth noting that there is no straight jacket in the implementation
of community policing operations. Each community is distinct and
therefore require a tailor-made approach that best suits them. In
this regard, officers are called upon to understand the profile of each
community in order to discern the approach that fits them. In one
instance, committee approach works well but in other situations,
officers may adopt forums or activity based approaches.
Gd| hereby take this opportunity to sincerely thank all officers and our
supportive partners for their time, effort and resources they have put
forward for preparation of this booklet. Your efforts in the development
of this document mean a lot to policing and security in general.
FINALLY, | urge all officers of the Service to embrace and apply
community policing as first line style of policing and together we can
improve security and safety in our country.
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Hilary N- Mutyambai, M.G.H., nsc (AU)
Inspector GeneralACKNOWLEDGEMENT
| would like to extend my gratitude to the Inspector General of
the National Police Service for his commitment to enhancing the
implementation of Community Policing in the country. This provides a
good platform through which our law enforcement officers can engage
the public promoting community safety and security.
At the same time, | would like to express my sincere appreciation
to the Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU), for dedicating their
resources and spearheading the review of this booklet. | would also
wish to appreciate the team of officers from the Service, who devoted
their time and energy in the review of this booklet.
The contribution of the entire team will go a long way in mainstreaming
Community Policing in the National Police Service. The overall outcome
is the realization of a People-Centred Policing which translates into
improved quality of life through sustainable development.
MR. JASPHER NYAUMA, MBS.
Director Reforms
NATIONAL POLICE SERVICEIMLU NOTE
The Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) is a governance, health and
human rights non- profit-making organization, whose vision is “A World
Free from Torture, Violence and Discrimination.” Our work is underpinned
by a holistic approach involving litigation, medical and psychosocial
rehabilitation of survivors of torture, monitoring government adherence to
its human rights obligations and advocacy for policy, legal end institutional
reforms. Over the last two decades, we have assisted over 5,000 victims
of torture, cruel, degrading and inhuman treatment through the support
of our national networks of professionals: doctors, trauma counsellors,
lawyers, human rights monitors and journalists.
As part of IMLU’s strategic plan to support the reforms agenda and
development of social capital and nurturing strategic alliances, we have
established a strategic partnership with the National Police Service to
support efforts aimed at transformation of the Service. This booklet has
been developed as a collaborative effort with the Directorate of Reforms of
the National Police Service. We remain grateful for the valuable inputs from
the officers that were part of the project.
The document has been produced with the financial assistance of SIDA
through Diakonia, DFID through Coffey International in the Jamii Thabiti
project and the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF). The content of
the document is the sole responsibility of NPS and IMLU and can under
no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of SIDA, Diakonia,
DFID, Coffey International and UNDEF.
Peter Kiama,
jutive Director.
indi \edico-TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT...
IMLU NOTE...
TABLE OF CONTENT:
1.0 DEFINITION OF TERMS.
2.0 BACKGROUND.
What is Community Policing?...
What is Nyumba Kumi?
Why Community Policing?.....
3.0 PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY POLICING....
4.0 LEGAL FRAMEWORK...
5.0 PILLARS OF COMMUNITY POLICING.
6.0 BENEFITS OF COMMUNITY POLICING...
7.0 MISCONCEPTIONS OF COMMUNITY POLICING.
8.0 COMMUNITY POLICING ACTIVITIES..
9.0 WHY PARTNERSHIP?...
10.0 RULE OF LAW......
Use of force...
Principles governing use of force.
11.0 STAKEHOLDERS...
12.0 APPROACHES TO COMMUNITY POLICING...
coArea - include a geographical area, village, residential estate, location,
a ward, or community of interest for the purpose of community
policing.
Community — This is a group of people, living in the same geographical
area or sharing the same attitudes, aspirations, and goals.
Community Policing - Is the approach to policing that recognizes
voluntary participation of the local community in the maintenance of
peace and which acknowledges that the police need to be responsive
to the communities and their needs, its key element being joint
problem identification and problem-solving, while respecting the
different responsibilities the police and the public have in the field of
crime prevention and maintaining order.
County Policing Authority - Is a body headed by a County Governor
and is the point of interaction between the County Government,
citizens and the national security agencies.
Community Policing Committee - Is a committee elected by a
Community Policing forum as per section 98(4) of the NPS Act, 2011,
for purposes of coordinating, leading and representing the forum. The
democratically elected members are entrusted with managing the
activities of the cluster.
Community Policing Forums - this involves meetings between
Community Policing committee members and the larger community.
The forums provide a platform for giving feedback and gauging the
effectiveness of Community Policing operations.
National Security — “is the protection against internal and external
threats to Kenya’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, its people, their
rights, freedoms, property, peace, stability and prosperity, and other
national interests.” Article 238(1) Constitution of Kenya
cq»)Nyumba Kumi - is a strategy of anchoring Community Policing at the
household level or any other generic cluster. These households can be
in a residential court, in an estate, a block of houses, a manyatta, a
street, community of interest, a gated community, a village or a bulla.
Partnership - it is a cooperative relationship between two or more
entities to achieve a common goal; a state of working together for a
common objective.
Policing — it is a proactive process established to maintain law and
order, social cohesion and respect for the rule of law.
Security - is the state of being protected or safe from harm where its
primary concern is protection and welfare.
Stakeholder - a person, group or institution with an interest, influence
or concern in Community Policing.
The Rule of Law - it’s a legal framework that suggests that no one is
above the law and government decisions and actions must be within
existing legal and moral principles.
Crime management- the range of strategies that are implemented by
individuals, communities, businesses, non-government organizations
and all levels of government to target the various social and
environmental factors that increase the risk of crime, disorder and
victimization.
Crime mapping- a technique used by analysts in law enforcement
agencies to map, visualize, and analyse crime incident patterns.
Multi Agency- involving cooperation between several organizations.
Human Rights- rights inherent to all human beings, whatever our
nationality, place of residence, sex, national or ethnic origin, colour,
religion, language, or any other status
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Go)0 BACKGROU!
What is Community Policing?
Community Policing is founded on the development of partnerships
between the police and the communities they serve to address issues
of security and social disorder. The partnerships are focused on
delivery of policing services that combine aspects of traditional law
enforcement, crime prevention, and problem-solving. The practice
of Community Policing in Kenya seeks to expand the partnership to
all other Government Agencies, the private sector, Non-Government
Organizations (NGO’s) and the civil society. The overall goal is to
improve public safety and the quality of life for all persons within the
Country.
What is Nyumba Kumi?
“Nyumba Kumi” is a Swahili phrase meaning ten households, though
not literally. The Nyumba Kumi clusters cut across the various shades of
society regardless of creed, political persuasion, ethnicity, race, gender
or any other similar affiliation. Nyumba Kumi provides a framework
that anchors Community Policing at the household/basic level. The
concept is aimed at bringing Kenyans together in clusters defined by
physical locations, felt needs and the pursuit of a common ideal of a
safe, sustainable and prosperous neighborhood.
Why Community Policing?
Over the years, policing in Kenya has been characterized by law
enforcement that gives primary emphasis to crime control through
reactive policing practices. This policing model has attracted
consistent condemnation from the Kenyan society. Towards the end
of 20» century, many governments world over began the practice of
engaging community members with the police to address recurring
and emerging
Cc)crime and disorder. In Kenya, Community Policing was officially launched
in the year 2005 by the then President, H.E Mwai Kibaki. It had varying
levels of success and failures. Further, the 2010 constitution provides
for democratic policing by way of engaging the broader community in
security issues throughout the Country.
Community Policing recognizes:
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That Police as an agency is not the sole custodian of national
security.
The expansion of police mandate beyond the routine crime
control.
That crime is predominantly local in nature.
That the police should be part of the community but not
apart from it.
That policing practice is by consent but not coercion.
The tailoring of policing business to meet the community’s
security felt needs
That local community is best placed in understanding their
security concerns; and
The need to establish and retain police legitimacy by
upholding the rule of law.O PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY POLICING
i. Trust/ Confidentiality
Community policing exposes stakeholders to a wide range of
information that may be useful in decision making. Therefore, any
information obtained should be handled in a way that strikes the right
balance between an individual’s privacy and community’s safety. This
includes action on, and feedback given. Breach of confidentiality can
result in reduced trust in the police by the community.
ii. Commitment
Commitment refers to adherence to values and beliefs that guide
an organization and the behavior of its employees. In Community
Policing, officers’ obligations to duty and common decision generate
public trust. Police officers’ attitude toward their work and meeting
pledges to the public are key in winning public trust. These determine
response behavior of the local communities in the process of problem
identification and information sharing.
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Teamwork in Community Policing means working together to forecast,
identify, prevent and investigate criminal conducts. This includes the
synergy to resolve problems that arise at work and in the community.
Everyone’s input is significant in making decisions and in implementing
agreed upon actions. Positive Police attitudes have a more lasting
impact than words and engender trust and respect.
iv. Volunteerism
Citizens are encouraged to participate in community policing in order
to promote public safety and security. The police are only members
of the public who are paid to give full-time attention to duties which
are incumbent upon every citizen in the interests of community
welfare and existence. Consequently, it’s a civic responsibility for every
citizen to spare their energy, time and resources for the maintenance
of a peaceful living environment. Thus, stakeholders’ participation in
Community Policing activities is free and shall not attract any monetary
or other benefits.
v. Accountability
Police officers shall be held liable for actions or inactions taken by them
while responding to concerns raised by the citizen whether individually
or as an entity. Similarly, community members should be encouraged
to be genuine every time they share or offer their service to the police
and other partners in a given Community Policing area.0 LEGAL FRAMEWORK
Article 244 (e) of the Constitution provides that the police shall foster
and promote relationships with the broader society. This provision is
operationalized by the NPS Act 2011 (2016) and any other relevant
laws. Also, Article 1 (1) of the Constitution of Kenya vests all sovereign
power in the people of Kenya to be exercised only in accordance
with the law. Further, Article 10 (2) outlines the national values
and’ principles of governance to include; (a) patriotism, national
unity, sharing and devolution of power, the rule of law, democracy
and participation of the people; (b) human dignity, equity, social
justice, inclusiveness, equality, human rights, non-discrimination
and protection of the marginalised; (c) good governance, integrity,
transparency and accountability; and (d) sustainable development.
Article 239 (5) States that national security organs are subordinate to
civilian authority.
Functions and Powers of the Inspector-General Sec.10 (k) NPS Act
(2011)
The Inspector-General shall “issue guidelines on Community Policing
and ensure cooperation between the Service and the communities it
serves in combating crime.”
Functions of the Deputy Inspectors General — Kenya Police Service/
Administration Police Service Section 23(i) and 26 (i) NPS Act (2011)
Establish and maintain a relationship between the KPS/APS and the
community.
Cs>Objects of Community Policing: NPS Act (2011) Sec. 96
The Service shall liaise with communities through Community Policing
initiatives, by: -
vi.
Establishing and maintaining partnership between the
community and the Service.
i. Promoting communication between the Service and the
community.
Promoting cooperation between the Service and the
community in fulfilling the needs of the community regarding
policing.
. Improving the rendering of police services to the community
at national, county and local levels;
. Improving transparency and accountability of the Service to
the community; and
Promoting policing problem identification and policing
problem-solving by the Service and the community.Functions of County Policing Authority: NPS Act (2011) Sec 41(9) and
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a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
8)
Establish structures to implement Community Policing in all
parts of the county so far as is appropriate
Develop proposals on priorities, for police performance in
the county;
Monitor trends and patterns of crime in the county including
those with a particular impact on women and children;
Facilitate the training of members of the community on
Community Policing within the county;
Implement Community Policing policies and guidelines;
Receive reports from Community Policing Forums and
Committees;
Preparing County Community Policing reports for submission
to the Cabinet Secretary, the Governor, the Inspector
General and the County Assembly.
GopEstablishment of area Community Policing committees and other
structures: Sec.98 NPS Act, (2011)
a)
b)
c)
d)
A police officer in charge of an area shall, in consultation
with stakeholders, be responsible for and facilitate the
establishment of area Community Policing committees and
other administrative structures.
An area Community Policing committee shall consist of
representatives of Community Policing forums in the area
concerned elected for that purpose by such policing forums.
A Station Commander or Administration Police Post
commander and the members elected by the community
from time to time to that effect shall be members of the area
Community Policing committee concerned.
Where appropriate, both the Administration Police and the
Kenya Police Officers shall establish joint committees or
other structures.
Functions of Community Policing Committees and other structures
Sec.99 NPS (Act, 2011)
Community Policing committee or other structure shall perform the
duties it considers necessary and appropriate to achieve the objects
contemplated in section 96 which may include the functions envisaged
in Article 244(e) of the Constitution.
ayProcedural Matters Sec. 100 NPS (Act, 2011)
a. The members of every community shall elect a chairperson and a
vice-chairperson from amongst their number.
b. The chairperson shall be a civilian member while the vice-
chairperson shall be a police officer.
c. The Committee shall determine its procedure and cause minutes to
be kept of its proceedings; and
d. Whenever it deems it necessary, co-opt other members, experts,
community leaders to the committee in an advisory capacity
e. Members of Community Policing forums and committees shall
render their services on a voluntary basis and shall have no claim
to compensation solely for services provided to such forums and
committees.
f. The quorum for a meeting of the Committee shall be the majority
of the members thereof.
g. The chairperson of a committee shall preside at every meeting at
which present, but if the chairperson is absent from a meeting,
the vice-chairperson shall preside, and if both the chairperson and
vice-chairperson are absent, the members present shall elect one
from among their number to preside.
ayRole of Cabinet Secretary: Section 126 NPS (Act, 2011)
Providi
a)
ing policy guidelines to the Service;
Monitoring and evaluating the performance of the functions
of the Service;
b) Facilitating the involvement of the public in the activities of
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the Service;
Facilitating the functioning of the county policing authorities;
d) Receiving regular reports from the county policing
authorities;
5.0 PILLARS OF COMMUNITY POLICING
Collaborative problem-solving — it is a joint process of
addressing recurring and emerging security problems within a
community.
The process can be summarized in the “SARA” Model of problem-
solving as illustrated below;
i.
ii.
iii.
Scanning: the process by which communities identify security
problems/concerns.
Analysis- Questions are asked to understand everything
possible about the problem/concern, its causes and possible
solutions.
Response- Based on the analysis, action is taken.
iv. Assessment-The result is evaluated to determine if the
problem/ concern was solved or addressed and lessons learnt
are documented for reference.
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Partnership- This is a collaborative effort to facilitate the process
of problem-solving. Its primary objective is to determine,
through consultation, felt security needs and policing priorities.
The aim is to promote policing accountability, transparency,
and effectiveness.
Police Transformation — It is a fundamental shift from a police-
centric to people-centered policing.
4 transformed police service:
» Creates room to involve the opinions of the local communities
in addressing security concerns that affect them.
» Empowers police officers with the discretion to make
decisions and take actions appropriate to their ranks as per
the law.
» Encourages real-time feedback between stakeholders.
ls characterized by openness and transparency; and
cy\s highly regarded as a legitimate agency that exists to serve
fairly and justly.
Will work with residents to be co- producers in public safety.
Will enforce the law with the people not on the people
Mobilizes the community to address pertinent issues beyond
their immediate security e.g. environmental issues and
gender mainstreaming etc.
Encourages networking, constructive social relations and
greater cohesion in the community.
Makes community members co producers of safety and
security.0 BENEFITS OF COM INITY POLICING
Community Policing benefits include:
i.
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iii.
iv.
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Increased trust between police and the community.
Enhanced obedience to the law.
Reduced crime incidents.
Reduced complaints against the police.
Effective utilization of resources.
Increased crime reporting.
Ultimate reduction in the criminal justice system budget.
Reduced fear of crime through reduction in antisocial behaviors.
Maintenance of social fabric through mentorship programs
and;
Leads to an improved quality of life.
CopDIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRADITIONAL POLICING AND COMMUNITY
POLICING
TRADITIONAL POLICIN See eee)
Police centered /warricr mindset | Citizen-centered/Guardion mindset
Crime centered Security centered
Security is the rale of the police Encoureges police cilizen partnership:
breactive is proactive sre
Arrest wos & primary tool Problem solving is emphasized
Focused on crime reduction Focus is addressing crime risk factors
Emphasis is on the use of Encourages ‘see’ ‘soy.’ "hear" say
informers ond ‘suspect’ ‘say’ —i.e., citiz
participation
Enforcing the jaw on the people | Enforcing the law with the people
Tobie: Difference between traditional policing and community policing
For clarification, Community Policing should not be confused with
i. Vigilantism- Vigilantes are proscribed groups in Kenya with a
high potential of mutating to a militia.
fi. Coercion or extortion- Community Policing is a consensual
way of solving common security problems. No duress, no
compulsion, no coercion
ii, Replacement for village elders- Community Policing committee
members, are nat a substitute to village elders. The two should
develop a mutual working relationship.
iv. Spyrings— Community Policing does not mean prying on others
but sharing information for the welfare and security of the
community,
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Aparallel security system- Community Policing is a joint venture
between the statutory security system and local residents.
Political forums- Community Policing is purely non-political and
non-partisan.
ii. Any other outfit that contravenes the lawvii. Employment- Community Policing services are free and
voluntary.
vill. Any other outfit that contravenes the law
LICING ACTIVITIES
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The police and the community should endeavor to prioritize and
engage in activities that seek to address security risk factors.
Other creative initiatives include:
>» Community outreach/
awareness programmes.
>» Community forums.
> Sporting events.
> Environmental Programs.
Religious crusades.
ASK shows and Trade Fairs.
Rehabilitation and re-integration
of ex-convicts.
Open days.
Peace caravans.
Academic days.
Road and safety awareness.
Youth Programmes.Raa asad
Partnerships help to facilitate trust between community members and
the police. Citizens are able to provide the police with insights into the
specific security problems and concerns recurring and emerging within
their neighborhoods and can aid officers in intelligence collection and
investigations. The communities stand to benefit from reduced crime
and improved quality of life.
Basically, police-community partnerships: -
i. Enhances trust and willingness to share information without
fear.
ii. Promotes inclusivity.
iii. Develops synergy among partners; and
iv. Encourages community tailored solutions to local security
challenges.
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Human Rights
All police officers shall comply with the constitutional standards of
human rights and fundamental freedoms as envisioned in Chapter4
(art 49 & 50) and in particular when:
Effecting arrests and detaining suspects.
Conducting searches and seizures.
Interviewing and interrogating suspects.
iv. Carrying out investigations and surveillance; and
v. Dispersing a riotous mob.
A police officer shall not subject any person to cruel, inhuman,
degrading treatment or punishment.
Use of force
It refers to the amount of effort applied by police to compel compliance
by an unwilling subject
In the performance of functions and exercise of specific powers concerning
the use of force and use of firearms, officers shall adhere to provisions
under the sixth schedule of the NPS Act 2011 (revised 2016)
Principles governing use of force
Officers shall observe the following fundamental principles about the
use of force:
Proportionality: Prohibits the use of force where the harm outweighs
the benefits of the use of force.
cDLegality: Use of force needs to serve a legitimate objective as
established by law
Accountability: This means that a police officer must be held
answerable for his/her actions and omissions.
Necessity: This principle has three components:
> Is force necessary at all or is it possible to achieve the
legitimate objective without resorting to force?
> The level of force used should be the minimum that can still
be considered effective; and
>The use of force must stop once the objective has been
achieved or is no longer achievable.
cDpee Rises
Stakeholders in community policing include:
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ix.
xi.
xii.
xiii.
xiv.
xv.
xvi.
National Police Service
‘General public
National Government Administration Officer
County Government Officers
Government Policing Agencies (GPAs) e.g. Kenya Wildlife
Service, Kenya Prison Service, Kenya Forest service etc.
Religious groups
. Community-Based Organizations
viii.
Private sector
Private Security industry
Media
Non-Governmental Organizations
Special needs group
Learning institutions
Youth
Women
Oversight institutions and other relevant organizationsPPR anak aS
These are public meetings or assemblies
where open discussions are held on matters touching on public safety
and security.
PPePO ee eae This is whereby the police in conjunction
with the community organizes various activities like, sports, tree
planting, clean up exercises, free medical camps etc. After the activity
there can be a discussion on security issues affecting the specific area
This allows the public to interact freely with the police hence reducing
the gap between them.
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Administrative STRUCTUREs of community policing committees
Terms of Engagement
The following general provisions shall apply to every Community
Policing Committee (CPC).
ACPC shall:
i. Have no power of command and control over the operations of
the NPS;
ii. Bea non-political entity, and no committee member may wear
any insignia or identification mark in respect of any political
party while attending a meeting or representing the interest of
the CPC;
iii. Not exploit their membership for the furtherance or prejudice
of any political interests; and
iv. Draw out rules of procedure as long as it is not inconsistent with
any law.
Selection criteria of community policing committee members
i, Must have no criminal record.
ii. Must be a resident of the community area for not less than two
years.
Gs)iii, Must not be holding a political office.
iv. Elections shall be held after every two years.
v. Must observe the principle that not more than two thirds of the
committee members shall be of the same gender.
vi. Must meet all principles of chapter six of the constitution.
Removal of a community policing committee member
ACPC member shall be removed if he/she;
Commits a criminal offence
Is in gross violation of the Constitution
Is not of good character or moral standing
iv. Becomes physically or mentally incapacitated to the extent that
he/she cannot perform his/her function(s)
v. Is adjudged bankrupt.
vi. Breaches confidentiality
Meeting procedure
50% will constitute a quorum.
A simple majority shall win a vote.
iii. Meetings will be held and reports/feedback shall be submitted
as described in table 2.
iv. Other meetings can be called on a need basis via the most
available, accessible and fastest means possible.
v. Notice of meetings will be through formal correspondence.
This will be re-enforced by face to face, Telephone, cell phone/
Online (calls and texts) and social media platforms.
Proceedings shall be recorded for every meeting held.
Urgent matters will be addressed by the Station CP executive
committee (Excom) comprising of the Chairperson, Vice
Chairperson, Org Secretary, Secretary, Vice Secretary, Ward
Administrator, and the chairpersons of lower level community
policing committees.
viii. The meeting venues for CPCs and forums shall be determined
by the Excom.
esMeetings
Nyumba
Meeting
Between the first and
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| + | (emi blocks | tits day of every By Friday of the same week
Month ee
| Sub-
2: |Lecational pecs MONdBY OF EVERY 09) 6 cciaay of the same week
month
feos CPC
| Locational | Third Monday of every :
|
| cpc Monts By Friday of the same week
4 | SIW-CPC Last Monday of March By Friday of the same week _
| Last Monday of June By Friday of the same week |
| Last Monday of September | By Friday of the same week
Ped | Last Monday of December _| By Friday of the same week
| First Wednesday of April By Friday of the same week
é face First Wednesday of July By Friday of the same week
|e First Wednesday of Oct By Friday of the same week
First Wednesday of Jan By Friday of the same week
ie Second Wednesday of April | By Friday of the same week
| ccc Second Wednesday of July | By Friday of the same week
Z Second Wednesday of Oct _| By Friday of the same week
Second Wednesday of Jan | By Friday of the same week
| Third Wednesday of April __| By Friday of the same week
8 DIGs Third Wednesday of July By Friday of the same week
| Secretariat | Third Wednesday of Oct By Friday of the same week
| Third Wednesday of Jan By Friday of the same week
| Fourth Wednesday of April | By Close of April |
least Fourth Wednesday of July | By Close of July |
| 9 | NPSPC | Fourth Wednesday of Oct _| By Close of October |
| Fourth Wednesday of Jan __| By Close of Jan |
Table 2: Meetings
eyNB: where the meeting falls on a holiday, the meeting shall be
held on day before or after.
NPS-CPC:
‘Community Policing
‘Community Policing Committee
Station/Ward Community Policing Committee
Sub-County Community Policing Committee
‘County Community Policing Committee
Executive committee
National Police Service Headquarters CPC
@s>Functions of the CPCs (Station/Ward and below)
iv. Evaluate and review response programs/i
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Promote joint problem identification and problem solving
Coordinate the activities of lower Community Policing
committees
i. Develop and implement programs in respect of identified
security concerns
itiatives
Maintain demographic profiles of suspected persons residing
within their jurisdiction
i. Initiate and support police community integration projects.
ii. Keep a database of all CPC activities
iii. Come up with innovative ways of mobilizing resources to
sustain CPC activities
ix. Continuously sensitize and create awareness for all community
policing stakeholders.
Provide feedback to the lower structures and Community
Policing forums
Functions of NPS Community Policing Secretariat, County and Sub-
County CPCs
They
shall have a supervisory role in respect of CP committees below
them. Supervisory includes:
Monitoring and evaluation of community policing operations
Determining, mobilizing, allocation and distribution of CP
resources.
ji. Promoting peer learning and sharing of best practices
iv. Addressing operational and administrative challenges
Composition of CPCs.
Sub-location Community Policing Committee
i. Chairperson Civilian
ii. Vice Chairperson Police Officer
iii. Organizing Assistant
iv. Secretary Chief
v. Secretary Police Officer
vi. Vice Secretary Civilian
vii. Chairpersons of Nyumba Kumi blocks
©»vi, 2 Representatives Learning Institutions
1 Representative Women
ix. 1 Representative Youth
x. 1 Representative Persons with Disability
xi. 2Reps Business Community
Sub location Administrator Represent County interest
GPA representatives (KWS, KFS, NYS, Immigration,
etc.,) where applicable
xiv. 2 Reps Religious Leaders
xv. Professional reps, e.g., Medical Practitioners,
Lawyers, Teachers etc.
xvi. 1 Rep of the children’s officer and probation officer.
Location Community Policing Committee
i. Chairperson Civilian
Vice Chairperson Police officer
. Organizing Secretary Chief
iv. Secretary Police officer
v. Vice Secretary Civilian
vi. Chairperson of sub-locational Community Policing committees
vii. 2 Representatives Learning Institutions
1 Representative Women
ix. 1 Representative Youth
x. 1 Representative Persons with Disability
xi. 2 Reps Business Community
xii. Location Administrator Represent County interest
xiii. GPA representatives (KWS, KFS, NYS, Immigration,
etc.,) where applicable
xiv. 2 Reps Religious Leaders
cD.g-, Medical Practitioners,
Lawyers, Drivers, etc.
xvi. 1 Rep of the children’s officer and probation officer.
xv. Professional reps,
NB: Locational CPC Members shall be drawn from the Sub-Locational
CPC
Station/Ward Community Policing Committee
i. Chairperson Civilian
ii, Vice Chairperson Officer Commanding Police
Station
Organizing Secretary Assistant County Commissioner
iv. Secretary Police officer
v. Vice Secretary Civilian
vi. Chairpersons of locations Community Policing committee
vii. 2 Representatives from learning Institutions
viii. 1 Representative Women
ix. 1 Representative Youth
x. 1 Representative Persons with Disability
xi, 2 Reps Business Community
xii. Ward Administrator Represent County interest
xiii, GPA representatives (KWS, KFS, NYS, Immigration,
etc.,) where applicable
xiv. 2 Reps Religious Leaders
xv. Professional reps, e.g., Medical Practitioners,
Lawyers, Drivers, etc.
xvii. 1 Rep of the children’s officer and probation officer
NB: Station/Ward CPC Members shall be drawn from the Locational CPC
GDNB: Composition of Sub-county and County CPC shall have a representation
similar to that of the S/W-CPC
NATIONAL POLICE SERVICE COMMUNITY POLICING STRUCTURE
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Figure 2. National Police Service Community Policing Structure
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