​Office of Community Engagement

Overview

The sections of the Office of Community Engagement work together to build and maintain positive relationships between law enforcement and communities across the Commonwealth, with an emphasis on underserved communities. Personnel assigned to these Sections provide public education regarding the role of law enforcement, in a continued effort to develop stronger relationships and increase trust.  ​

Community Affairs Section

Members assigned to the Community Affairs Section work with a multitude of community groups and organizations, mental health advocacy groups, legislators, and municipal, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to enhance relations between the public and law enforcement. The Community Affairs Section participates in a variety of educational and community outreach events and programs. 

Members of the Community Affairs Section can be reached at the following phone numbers, or via email at ra-spoce@pa.gov.

Heritage Affairs Section

Members assigned to the Heritage Affairs Section work with a multitude of community groups and organizations, mental health advocacy groups, legislators, and municipal, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to enhance relations between the public and law enforcement. In addition to actively participating in a variety of educational and community outreach events and programs, the Heritage Affairs Section is responsible for developing and implementing training on discrimination, hate crimes/speech, ethnic intimidation, cultural diversity and sensitivity, and racial profiling. These subjects are taught to all Pennsylvania State Police Cadets. Upon request, trainings may be provided to other law enforcement agencies, groups or organizations, and citizens.  

Members of the Heritage Affairs Section can be reached at the following phone numbers, or via email at ra-pspheritageaffair@pa.gov​.