NEMRT Recruits Participate in Chicago TOPSoccer Adaptive Program to Build Disability Awareness and Community Trust

Programming example

Today, recruits from the Northeastern Multi-Regional Training, Inc. (NEMRT) Part-Time Academy spent the afternoon participating with Chicago TOP Soccer— a partnership that continues to make a meaningful impact each season. Chicago TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is an adaptive soccer program for children and young adults with disabilities that I have been lucky enough to be part of for the past 9 years. The recruits have the opportunity to interact with children with a wide variety of disabilities, while our players enjoy spending time with future police officers in a fun, supportive environment. These experiences help build communication, understanding, patience, and trust on both sides. This experience is an extension of the class the recruits will later have with me regarding Interacting with Individuals with Disabilites. The goal is simple: create understanding through positive interactions and shared experiences. We are proud of the recruits for their willingness to engage, learn, and support an amazing group of athletes and families.Thank you to everyone involved in making this partnership such a valuable experience year after year. hashtag#NEMRT hashtag#TOPSoccer hashtag#CommunityPolicing hashtag#AutismAwareness hashtag#Inclusion hashtag#FutureOfficers hashtag#BuildingTrust hashtag#DisabilityAwareness hashtag#LawEnforcementTraining

Communities

• Disability & Neurodiversity

Formats

• Volunteering & Service Day
• Offsite Event

Goals

• Give Back