TeamPolice Champions Inclusion and Wellbeing in Policing Through Sport at Salesforce Tower
TeamPolice, in collaboration with Police Sport UK, recently held a powerful Inclusion in Police Sport event at Salesforce Tower, highlighting the importance of inclusive, diverse participation in police sports. The event gathered police leaders, stakeholders, and sponsors to discuss how accessible sports can enhance wellbeing, foster teamwork, and attract underrepresented groups into policing.
Among the prominent speakers were Chief Constable Rachel Kearton from Suffolk and Chief Constable Chris Noble from Staffordshire, who both underscored the importance of promoting inclusivity within the policing community. Rachel Kearton emphasized, “True sports inclusion means creating access and opportunity for all, regardless of gender, age, or ability,” a sentiment echoed throughout the evening. Paralympian Issy Bailey added that sport serves as a “uniting force” and plays a vital role in building resilience and mental wellbeing among police officers.
Key TeamPolice supporters and sponsors, including Genesys, Verkada, Idemia, Motorola Solutions, and Salesforce, reinforced the critical role corporate sponsorship plays in enabling police sports initiatives. These partnerships make it possible for TeamPolice to expand the reach of their programs, supporting the mental and physical health of officers through a wide range of accessible sporting events. Paul Morgan from Genesys and Michael Szweda from Verkada highlighted their commitment to TeamPolice’s mission, citing sponsorship as a meaningful way to contribute to community wellbeing and meet corporate social responsibility goals.
Key Takeaways from the Event:
- Inclusion and Wellbeing: Inclusive access to sports not only supports police officers’ physical fitness but significantly boosts mental resilience, providing an essential outlet for stress relief and team building.
- Sponsorship Impact: Corporate partnerships are invaluable, as they enable police sport programs to thrive, fostering connections across the policing community and helping align with public sector social value objectives.
- Diversity and Engagement: Diverse participation brings fresh perspectives and fosters inclusivity in police culture, promoting teamwork, discipline, and attraction of underrepresented groups into policing.
Linda Wall, TeamPolice’s Account Manager, reflected on the need to “build a welcoming environment for all.” The event demonstrated that police sport can serve as an influential platform for inclusivity, attracting individuals across backgrounds and ranks, while enhancing overall team spirit and community connections.
Thank you to PolicingTV for capturing this inspiring evening and for helping us showcase the importance of wellbeing and inclusivity in police sports. And a special thank you to Salesforce, Verkada and IDEMIA for the vital support in making this event a success.
A Look Ahead to 2025: The TeamPolice team is already looking toward the future, with the 2025 Events Calendar soon to be released. With an expanded lineup of events and sponsorship opportunities, there will be even more ways for organisations to engage with the policing community and support inclusion and wellbeing through sports.
For a full video recap of this inspiring event, view PolicingTV’s coverage here.
Visit TeamPolice’s website to explore upcoming sponsorship opportunities and see how you can contribute to this positive movement within policing.
