Independent Advisory Group Member for Brighton and Hove

It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe. The Independent Advisory Group represent a diverse range of communities across the city of Brighton and Hove who meet on a regular basis with local Police Command. The aim of the IAG members is to bridge the gap and serve as a key link between the police and the public by providing suggestions on ways to improve their service delivery to all. We are looking for members of the community in Brighton and Hove to become part of the Independent Advisory Group, working with Police, to broaden the perspective of the current group and enhance the community voice in policing decision-making. Alongside other IAG members, you will support the forum by giving feedback on issues and concerns to the Chair and Vice Chair of these meetings. This will involve working as part of a team with Sussex Police and partners to query, advise and comment on policing as well as city issues and challenges. The aim is to find workable solutions, identify how Police can deliver the best service to communities and improve community trust and confidence in policing.

• To represent the feedback from different communities within Brighton and Hove.
• To act as a 'critical friend' in all aspects of interactions between police and local communities as well as advise on issues affecting the whole organisation including policy and procedure, operational practice and planning.
• To advise on a variety of policing issues including:
1. 1. Raising awareness of issues of concerns or community tensions. 2. Provide critical analysis of policing policy and practice.
• Drive improvements in public confidence and service across all communities.
1. 1. Crime which has an unequal impact on the diverse community e.g. Hate Crime 2. 2. Reducing anti-social behaviour., We take pride in looking after our volunteers, through volunteering you will have the opportunity to:
• Experience policing first-hand
• Meet new people and teams
• Learn and develop your skills
• Support your local community
We will reimburse any travel expenses you may incur whilst volunteering and we have recognition schemes in place for us to formally show our appreciation for your service. As a police support volunteer you will have access to financial and mental well-being guidance and support, discounts for everyday spend, our on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs. Volunteering with us will also allow you to apply for other voluntary and paid positions within the Force.Diversity Statement We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Disability Confident, a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement. We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.

We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.,
• Be aged 18 or over.
• Live, study or work in the city of Brighton and Hove.
• Can commit to attending approx. 4 or 6 early evening meetings each year.
• Are happy to be contacted by Sussex Police for advice on community issues.
• Willing to be vetted by Sussex Police.
• Have good community networks and willing to voice their concerns to Sussex Police.