EBP
UNDERSTANDING
Evidence-Based Policing
Better evidence. Smarter decisions. Stronger communities.
Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) uses the best available evidence, research, data and professional experience to inform decisions today and improve policing for tomorrow.
What is Evidence-Based Policing (EBP)?
Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) is about using the best evidence available to inform decision-making. We look to what has worked in the past to help shape what comes next.
Evidence-Based Policing is a framework that guides police officers, leaders and organisations to make decisions and set priorities based on research , in partnership with professional experience. It is data-driven and uses research and analysis to critically examine the effectiveness of current and future policies and practices.
The 4 Key Principles of EBP
Research helps achieve better outcomes
Research has a role to play in developing effective and efficient policing programs. The goal is to achieve the strongest possible outcomes while making responsible use of available resources.
Evidence must be trustworthy
Research used to inform policing should meet strong standards of methodological rigour. It should be valid, reliable and as free from bias as possible, following recognised research standards and professional guidelines.
Evidence must work in practice
Research findings should be practical and capable of being translated into everyday policing policies and practices. Strategies need to be realistic, testable and relevant to the policing environment.
EBP is a partnership
Evidence-Based Policing brings together policing experience and academic research. Combining operational expertise with research knowledge helps create evidence that is both sound and useful in practice.
OUR GOAL IS SIMPLE
TURN KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION
TO KEEP THE COMMUNITY SAFE
Communicate, use, and generate the best evidence of what works in policing.
Use evidence, experience and continuous learning to support smarter decisions and better policing outcomes for our communities.
ANZSEBP brings research, professional experience and continuous learning together to help policing professionals make informed decisions and improve outcomes for communities.
TRY TODAY
The EBP Leadership Challenge
Strengthened Understanding of Evidence-Based Policing.
10 Essential Resources.
A self-directed learning opportunity to explore the key research, and real-world examples shaping evidence-based policing in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.
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Be Part of the ANZSEBP Community.
Connect with policing professionals, researchers, and partners across Australia and New Zealand, working together to strengthen evidence-informed practice.