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UVA SCPS 2nd Annual Women in Law Enforcement Conference

"She Is Beyond the Badge — Empowering Women in Public Safety"

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM (EDT) to Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM (EDT)

Event Details

About the Conference

Join fellow women leaders from across the law enforcement community for the 2nd Annual Women in Law Enforcement Conference: She Is Beyond the Badge.  This is a summit dedicated to empowering, mentorship, equipping, and elevating women serving in public safety roles. This event offers a platform to exchange best practices, address challenges unique to women in the field, and provide actionable strategies to navigate organizational dynamics and lead with impact. Through expert panels, leadership sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, participants will gain the tools and inspiration needed to thrive in today’s evolving public safety environment and support retention. 

Who Should Attend 

This conference is designed for women across all ranks and roles in law enforcement, including: 

  • Patrol Officers
  • Supervisors and Command Staff
  • Chiefs and Sheriffs
  • Investigators and Specialists
  • Training, Operations, and Administrative Leaders
  • 911 Public Safety Communications Personnel

 While this event has sessions tailored by and for women in public safety, all are welcome to attend. 

Why Attend 

Women are a driving force in public safety. This conference provides: 

  • Proven strategies to grow your influence and advance your career
  • A supportive community of peers and mentors who understand your journey
  • Real-world tools for leadership, communication, and resilience
  • A forum to celebrate accomplishments and shape the path forward for women in law enforcement 

Whether you're just starting your career or leading an agency, this conference is a chance to recharge, reconnect, and rise.

Cost to Attend 

Tickets are $425. Register at https://www.scps.virginia.edu/center-public-safety-and-justice/2nd-annual-women-law-enforcement-conference

Lodging 

A room block has been reserved at $199 per night + taxes at the Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park. To access the hotel booking link, please visit Reservation-Link.  Please note, you must have a confirmed registration ticket under the same name as the booking by September 1, 2025 to avoid cancellation of the room.  All bookings must be made by September 5, 2025.

"She Is Beyond the Badge" Awards 

As part of the upcoming 2nd Annual She is Beyond the Badge Women in Law Enforcement Conference, hosted at the University of Virginia by the Center for Public Safety and Justice, the event organizers are proud to recognize and celebrate the remarkable women in our profession who go beyond the badge to uplift, inspire, and lead.

We are inviting all Virginia agencies to submit nominations for the three award categories listed in the attached flyer:

  • She is Selfless – honoring compassion and service

  • She is Excellence – recognizing professional excellence and innovation

  • She is Inspirational – celebrating leadership and resilience

Award recipients will be honored on September 24, 2025, during the summit taking place September 23–25, 2025.

Nomination Deadline: August 23, 2025

Submit to: Master Police Officer Taylor Ullom – tullom@arlingtonva.us

Please see the attached PDF for full award descriptions, eligibility criteria, and submission instructions. Each agency may submit one nomination per category.