Why I Wear the Badge

Why I Wear the Badge

With the display of the badge comes great responsibility. So why do hundreds of thousands of men and women wear the badge each day?

#WhyIWearTheBadge is a campaign designed to highlight the diversity and commitment of the law enforcement profession. The badge is a symbol of courage, strength, and integrity. Through photos, videos, and other testimonials, law enforcement officers from around the world are sharing their #WhyIWearTheBadge stories and statements. Law enforcement officers are invited to join the #WhyIWearTheBadge campaign and to challenge other leaders, agencies, and groups (such as recruit classes) to share their stories.

IACP Past President Terry Cunningham speaks about the importance of the #WhyIWearTheBadge campaign and shares his response to #WhyIWearTheBadge

Chief Don De Lucca continues the #WhyIWearTheBadge campaign by sharing his story.

Why did you choose to join the law enforcement profession? What motivates you each day? What is it about your job as a law enforcement officer that you enjoy the most? Every law enforcement officer has a different response to these questions and each one answers the overarching question: #WhyIWearTheBadge. Share your story today via social media using the hashtag #WhyIWearTheBadge.

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