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Austin's New Police Oversight Program: Online Mediation

Austins police oversight office introduces a new Complaint Mediation Program, enabling community members to resolve issues with officers through confidential, voluntary virtual mediation. The initiative aims to strengthen community-police relationships, foster understanding, and rebuild trust, as part of broader reforms highlighted in Austins latest police oversight report. Checkout Solipillow.com

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