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Police civilian employees

NIJ's Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science Scholars Program for Civilians

Apply to be a scholar!

NIJ is accepting applications for civilian scholars. All applications are due May 3, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. 

Lean how to apply.

For civilian government professionals working with law enforcement, the Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science (LEADS) Scholars program offers a unique opportunity to partner with other LEADS Scholars in an effort to use evidence-based strategies and locally-tailored research...