Policy Impact
For this activity, imagine that you have a completed a SWOT analysis and have determined there is an opportunity to receive funding for your criminal justice agency. In order to meet the requirements for funding, your agency must use a new piece of hardware. You must compose a one-minute audio transmission informing members of your criminal justice organization of the directive amendment. In your audio recording, you do not have to explain the technical intricacies of, for example, how to use an electronic ticket writer to members of your organization; instead, you must explain to members of your agency why the change was made and motivate them to be adaptable to change.
Sample Answer
Attention all officers, this is Chief [Your Name] speaking.
I’m addressing you today with exciting news and a call to action. Remember the grant application we submitted for [briefly state the program or equipment]? Well, guess what? We got it! This means a major boost to our resources and our ability to serve our community even better.
Now, with any new opportunity comes change. To meet the grant requirements, we’ll be implementing [name of new hardware] across all departments. I know some of you might be thinking, “Here we go again, another new gadget to learn.” But trust me, this isn’t just another tool. It’s a game-changer.