| The Fraternal
Order of Police Associates is made up of business and
professional people from all walks of life. It is a non-sectarian,
non-political organization and was founded upon ennobling doctrines
of American Democracy in Dayton, Ohio in 1942.
The Fraternal Order of Police Associates is not
a "Cops and Robbers" organization, nor do associates perform
the duties of a police officer. They do set examples of what a citizen
should be in their community and are willing to assist in making
law enforcement better in their city, state, and country.
The car bearing the emblem or decal of the FOPA
member tells other citizens and police officers that you are a supporter
of better law enforcement.
Many changes have taken place in law enforcement
through the efforts of members of the Associate Lodges throughout
the country. These changes have induced a better grade of men and
women to join the police force. The police officer today is a skilled
professional person in their field.
Members are pledged to foster public respect for
the police officers, promote better understanding by the public
of the rights, duties, and problems of the police officers, and
they should strive in every way within their power to better the
conditions under which the police officer serves the public.
There are also many benevolent projects conducted
by these lodges. Most meetings are spiced with interesting speakers,
films, or discussions. Many times meetings are followed up by refreshments
so that better fellowship can be obtained among the members. |
