THE SENTINEL: The NYPD Guardians Association: Leadership, Honor, Respect

On Tuesday, January 22, 2025 I had the honor of sharing remarks at the NYPD Guardians Association.

The meeting occurred at the New York City Police Training Building (old police academy) on East 20^th Street in Manhattan.

The site is now home to the NYPD Candidate Assessment Center.

The NYPD Guardians Association

“Founded in 1943, the Guardians Association, a fraternal organization of the NYPD, works to ensure protection and support for African-American police officers and civilians. Members' life histories reveal the complexities of work in law enforcement, the impact of internal support structures and advocacy, and the variety of personal experiences and identities that endure within the force.” Columbia University Center for Oral History Research

The event was the first meeting of the year for the association, and one hundred members attended.

These public servants represent leadership, honor and respect. Their service to protecting the people of New York, and their appreciation for each other represent the finest characteristics of law enforcement.

Gratitude

Before continuing, I would like to thank NYPD Lieutenant Patrick T. Gordon, the President of the Guardians Association. His invitation me for to speak at this distinguished event is truly appreciated.

Lieutenant Gordon’s leadership was clearly evident by his rapport with association members, and his uplifting remarks throughout the event.

NYPD Detective Emerson A. Charles of the association also deserves gratitude for his introducing me to Lieutenant Gordon.

After the event, Detective Charles and I had a invigorating discussion; and his enthusiasm for his profession and ideas to inspire recruitment and morale are commendable.

NYPD Commanding Officer / Inspector Terrell Anderson

The evenings featured speaker was NYPD Commanding Office, Candidate Assessment Division, Inspector Terrell Anderson.

Inspector Anderson was knowledgeable, insightful and inspirational. He exemplified pride for his profession and encouraged association members to be ambassadors of recruitment to inspire future NYPD officers.

He also emphasized that the power of their example serves the department and the people of the city. "Good example in the community" he stated, "motivates individuals to become future NYPD officers", and emphasized that "our profession is honorable".

The Inspector also encouraged attendees to destigmatize negative perceptions of policing. He emphatically stated that their "example in their families, communities, schools, and houses of worship is a great service to the profession."

Additionally, Inspector Anderson encouraged attendees to accentuate the positive qualities of potential NYPD recruits.

He stated “each of us must be recruiters for the department, and we must understand the power of encounter. Our positive interactions with the community must never be underestimated.”

Remarks

During my brief remarks, merely a first step to introduce myself to the association, I spotlighted the dignity of policing, and the concept of the ethical protector.

I shared my admiration for their service, and the inestimable value of their dedication to protect and serve during irrefutably challenging times.

Also, I shared the interdependent principles of my NYPD / FDNY Operation Resiliency Initiative, which in my opinion are critical to law enforcement.

These principles are as follows:

· Ethical Leadership

· Morale

· Emotional Resiliency

· Suicide Prevention

Final Reflections

Fraternal organizations, of which the NYPD has forty-one, are vital to law enforcement agencies.

These organizations build camaraderie with colleagues which serves to inspire perseverance, commitment, and morale.

It was my honor to share remarks at this distinguished event. The evening reinvigorated hope by the dynamic expressions of dedication to policing. This dedication was epitomized by the leadership of the Guardians Association and its members.

Finally, it was my privilege to deliver the benediction to conclude the event with the blessing of almighty God upon the attendees.

Let us pray that God forever hold all who protect our communities in the palm of His hand.

About Vincent

Vincent J. Bove is a national speaker, author, and confidant on issues critical to America with 325 published works.

His most recent of four books are Reawakening America © and Listen to Their Cries.©

Bove is recipient of the FBI Director's Community Leadership Award, former confidant of players from two world-champion New York Yankee teams, and served as spokesperson for a coalition of Virginia Tech tragedy victim's families.

He has been appointed Honorary Law Enforcement Motivational Speaker by the NYPD. In this role he addresses ethical leadership, building morale, emotional resiliency, and suicide prevention at NYPD and FDNY events, roll calls, firehouses, and in published works.

Bove has been an author for the National Association of Chiefs of Police for 15 years. He has over 60 published works, and an unprecedented 18 cover stories for their magazine.

Bove served the Bergen County Police Chiefs Association for 20 consecutive years as liaison and chairperson on policing leadership, violence prevention, and public safety issues.

He conducted Leadership Principles: Crisis Planning, Community Partnerships, Violence Prevention © keynotes to safeguard New York City at sites including:

· Museums hosted by the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

· Corporations hosted by The New York Stock Exchange

· Hospitals hosted by Rockefeller University

· Properties hosted by The Union Club of New York

· Universities hosted by Columbia University, the New York Athletic Club and Fordham University.

Bove has conducted extensive leadership presentations for the NYPD, FBI, the United States Military Academy, law enforcement, educators, security professionals, and students nationwide. vincentbove.com

“We must all serve as catalysts to protect our workplaces, schools, communities, public spaces, houses of worship, and one another.

Public safety demands leadership, vigilance, and collaboration.

"Security and personal safety demands comprehensive enhancements, on-going training, effective response to warning signs, and building bridges with law enforcement, private security, and every member of the community.” Vincent J Bove

Related Bove Published Works by the National Association of Chiefs of Police:

The NYPD: Leading Through a National Crisis ©

NYPD Employee Assistance Unit: Leading Through a National Crisis ©

21st Century Policing: Issues and Response

21st Century American Policing Demands Ethical Leadership

Police Suicides: Awareness, Compassion, Action

Safeguarding America’s Protectors: A Community Responsibility

America’s Law Enforcement Sacrifices Demand Eternal Gratitude

Igniting 21st Century Ethical Policing: Understanding the Profession

Thank you to all who made my appointment by possible, and authorized me to train, advise and assist members of the NYPD and FDNY:

· NYPD Police Commissioner Thomas G. Donlon for his visionary leadership and confidence in me.

· FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker for his leadership with partnering the FDNY with the NYPD.

· NYPD Executive Staff for their time during our meetings, and brainstorming an action plan for my initiative.

· Chief John Benoit, Director of Personnel for his time with Commissioner Donlon and myself, and the professionalism of his staff during my appointment processing.

· Chief Supervising Surgeon Dr. Eli Kleinman M.D. M.P.H for the conference call with him, and Dr. Lokesh Reddy M.D., Psychiatrist; and for his invitation to speak to the Police Self Support Group (PSSG) on November 14, 2024.

· Inspector Mark Wachter, Commanding Officer of the Health and Wellness Section for developing an actionable plan on my appointment for the Police Commissioner.

· FDNY Lieutenant / Deputy Director Andrew Kane, Bureau of Health Services / Counseling Unit for coordinating fire house visits, and my keynote to the FDNY Peer Support Group.

· PSSG Training Coordinator Peter Pallos for his admirable dedication to assisting others, and his invitation to speak at various events.

· NYPD legal matters, POPPA, the New York City Police Foundation, and many NYPD officials whom made my appointment possible after our PC conference room collaboration.

· NYPD Deputy Chief Richie Taylor for his support of my appointment and dedication to his profession.

In particular, it is imperative to express my admiration for all NYPD and FDNY personnel dedicated to protecting our communities, and to the NYPD Police Self Support Group and NYPD and FDNY Peer Support Groups for their inspiring commitment to help their colleagues.

NYPD / FDNY Operation Resiliency

Ethical Leadership, Morale, Emotional Resiliency, Suicide Prevention

Presentations / Remarks 2024 – 2025

Memorialized in The Sentinel

*Published by The National Association of Chiefs of Police

Photos:

1. Lieutenant Patrick T. Gordon, left, with Vincent J. Bove, Jan. 21, 2025. (Reawakening America LLC) (RALLC)

2. NYPD Guardians Association event notice.

3. NYPD / FDNY Operation Resiliency (RALLC)

4. Vincent J. Bove, December 10, 2024, NYPD Headquarters. (Courtesy NYPD American Legion Post 460)

Labels: Collaborative Policing, Diversity, Education, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Mental Health, NYPD, Policing, Presentations

THE SENTINEL

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

The NYPD Guardians Association: Leadership, Honor, Respect

“We must all serve as catalysts to protect our workplaces, schools, communities, public spaces, houses of worship, and one another.

Public safety demands leadership, vigilance, and collaboration.

"Security and personal safety demands comprehensive enhancements, on-going training, effective response to warning signs, and building bridges with law enforcement, private security, and every member of the community.” Vincent J Bove

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