B.C. Human Rights Commissioner Kasari Govender supported the Greater Victoria Board of Education's decision to halt police liaison programs in schools, emphasizing the need for evidence-based policy. She urged the board to maintain their stance until research proves the programs' effectiveness.
When the Greater Victoria Board of Education invited B.C. Human Rights Commissioner Kasari Govender to speak at a meeting, she validated their decision to terminate school police liaison programs . She urged them to hold their ground until substantial research proves the programs' worth. The decision sparked controversy, leading the education ministry to demand a comprehensive safety plan , which has been submitted but not released.
The Greater Victoria Teachers’ Association described the directive as anti-democratic and expressed concern over the lack of evidence for increased gang violence. Govender emphasized the need for evidence-based policy decisions, stating that police liaison programs should be assessed on real data, not on speculation
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