Waterloo Regional Police Service has joined the 30 Forward Pledge, an international initiative to recruit and retain women.

Derived from the 30x30 Pledge, which commits to increasing women’s representation by 30 per cent in organizations by 2030, the 30 Forward Pledge looks beyond the next five years. It is tailored for Canadian police services that value a fair and inclusive workforce that better reflects the communities they serve, police stated.

“Signing the 30 Forward Pledge is more than a commitment, it’s a reflection of our values,” said police Chief Mark Crowell in a statement.

“Participation in this initiative will undoubtedly result in a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive police service for our members and for the community.”

Currently, 24 per cent of WRPS sworn members i

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