Insights into the Multicultural Police Liaison Officer Program: A pilot study of New South Wales and Queensland

Abstract

<p>In this report, the findings of pilot research on Multicultural Police Liaison Officer (MCLO) programs in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland (QLD) are put forward.</p> <p>The objectives of the research were to: <ul><li>Examine the roles of MCLOs in NSW and Queensland;</lI> <li>Uncover the interactions between MCLOs, community members and sworn officers;</li> <li>Note the challenges that MCLOs experience in their roles; and</li> <li>Identify how MCLO roles can be improved.</li></ul></p> <p>The research was undertaken independently of the QPS, NSWPF and participating community organisations.</p>