UFPD recognized for leading
the way in mental health
The University of Florida Police Department was recently honored for being a national leader in mental health initiatives and programs.
The recognition was presented to UFPD through a plaque that recognizes the department’s work as a Law Enforcement-Mental Health Learning Site, a program within the by the Bureau of Justice Assistance that assists law enforcement agencies seeking to build collaborative responses for people who have mental health needs.
“I am extremely proud of our agency for its involvement with progressive policing models proven to benefit our UF community and beyond,” said Linda Stump Kurnick, Chief of Police of UFPD. “We are grateful for this recognition and look forward to our continued partnership with this innovative program.”