Police Week kicks off
AL UDEID AIR BASE, QATAR --
There are several events planned to celebrate National Police Week May 12-17 here at Al Udeid Air Base. National Police Week is observed across the nation as an event to honor survivors and those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice in law enforcement.
National Police Week was first observed in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed its proclamation.
"I hope people will gain an understanding of the hard work and dedication of each and every law enforcement member," said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Derius Jackson, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of police services. "Also, people should gain an appreciation for what we do daily to protect the well-being of others."
One week is the time given to observe, but it is understood that one week is just a small scale of recognition to the great devotion of law enforcement officers nationwide.
"Police week is important to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice with their life," said Jackson. "As law enforcement, we are held to a higher standard because we have sworn to protect and serve."
Senior Airman Stephanie Dirolf, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron security manager, said she hopes the events teach people a little about the scope of responsibilities for security forces.
"I don't think a lot of people know much about Police Week," said Dirolf. "So this week is also to educate and inform people about those that we have lost."
The week's activities include a jail and bail, evasion challenge, K-9 demonstration, static display and will end with a retreat ceremony and ruck march.
National Police Week was first observed in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed its proclamation.
"I hope people will gain an understanding of the hard work and dedication of each and every law enforcement member," said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Derius Jackson, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of police services. "Also, people should gain an appreciation for what we do daily to protect the well-being of others."
One week is the time given to observe, but it is understood that one week is just a small scale of recognition to the great devotion of law enforcement officers nationwide.
"Police week is important to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice with their life," said Jackson. "As law enforcement, we are held to a higher standard because we have sworn to protect and serve."
Senior Airman Stephanie Dirolf, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron security manager, said she hopes the events teach people a little about the scope of responsibilities for security forces.
"I don't think a lot of people know much about Police Week," said Dirolf. "So this week is also to educate and inform people about those that we have lost."
The week's activities include a jail and bail, evasion challenge, K-9 demonstration, static display and will end with a retreat ceremony and ruck march.
