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As public gatherings, demonstrations, and social movements continue to shape the national conversation, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) remains at the forefront of preparing officers for these complex moments, not just with tactics, but with empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence.

In a recent interview with ARC Seattle, Executive Director Monica Alexander shared how WSCJTC’s training philosophy supports officers across Washington in building trust and… Read more

June 2025 Edition

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Momentum and Milestones: A Look Back—and What’s Ahead

Time is flying, and as we hit the halfway point of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on just how much ground we’ve covered together.

Since January, we’ve made historic strides. In March, WSCJTC earned national accreditation from IADLEST—achieving the highest… Read more

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At the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, we believe training grounded in experience, professionalism and compassion is essential to public safety. The Juvenile Corrections Officers Academy is where that belief becomes reality.

In this edition of Beyond the Badge, we highlight four recent JCOA graduates—each with a different life story but a shared mission: to… Read more

Featuring Washington State Liaison Corina Shipp

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At the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), we understand that behind every officer is a family stepping into this profession, too. That’s why we’re proud to highlight our partnership with How 2 Love Our Cops, a national nonprofit that equips, encourages… Read more