The next three questions pertain to the following.
The mission of the NBPA is reflected in the organization’s commitment of the recruitment of blacks within the prosecutorial arm of the legal profession. It is to ensure not only retention of blacks in prosecution, but also to correct the dramatic inequity that exists with respect to black representation in the executive ranks of prosecutors’ offices. A further goal is to recruit, train and mentor younger aspiring lawyers for leadership roles in the years ahead.
NBPA mission is realized through the following important goals:
· To serve as a catalyst for interdisciplinary communication, innovative training, professional development and camaraderie among blacks choosing careers in law enforcement.
· To provide intensive training, both academic and practical, accommodating the wide variety of specializations within the membership.
· To seek out and support young people interested in public service providing realistic exposure to the prosecutor’s role as a vital member of the community.
· To create a pool of legal scholars to provide and conduct symposiums on topics that are contemporary, germane, and on the cutting edge of the legal profession.
· To create forums, both national and regional, which involve subjects that impact directly the needs and concerns of the black community.
· To develop an international information network relevant to the needs of black law enforcement personnel.
· To promote, strengthen and support the roles of blacks in all aspects of law enforcement.
