A NEW scheme launched by West Mercia’s police and crime commissioner (PCC) will enable people across the region to ahve their voice heard to help shape future policing policies and strategies.
The region’s PCC, John Campion, is launching the Lived Experience Advisor scheme to allow those with personal experience of crime, criminality, or the justice system to contribute to policy making.
Participants are encouraged to provide their insights through forums held on a task-by-task basis.
This approach, as opposed to a permanent panel, aims to ensure relevant, focused engagement with participants who feel empowered to opt into work fitting their interests and circumstances.
PCC John Campion said: “At the heart of my police and crime plan is a focus on supporting victims and witnesses.
“Crime and its effects, whether they are immediate or long lasting, are devastating for victims, loved ones and the local community.
“That’s why it’s vital those experiences are not forgotten and instead used to influence change across the criminal justice system.
“My scheme is an opportunity, for those who feel able, to not only support them on their personal journey but for their feedback to drive real change that delivers a greater level of service for those who are, sadly, impacted by crime in the future.”
