08 August 2024, Islamabad - The UNODC, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Office of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL), and in partnership with federal and provincial police departments across Pakistan, aims to strengthen the police training regime under the INL-funded Pakistan Police Training Modernization Project. A key component of this project is conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions using the INL ToT curriculum (“ToT – Plus”).
On August 2nd, UNODC concluded a ToT session designed to introduce an instructor development course to elevate police trainers’ expertise in cutting-edge training techniques including developing goals and objecties. Throughout the two-week training, the 14 participants from Islamabad and Punjab Police were introduced to the latest instructional techniques, making extensive use of multimedia tools, including the preparation of impactful presentations and video editing skills for creating in-house training videos. Emphasis was placed on developing facilitation skills for trainers and creating comprehensive training plans to ensure clear and effective instructional delivery. Another core feature of the training was scenario-based learning, following international best practices.
"In today's world, it is essential to use modern instructional methods. This training addressed the gaps in my previous instruction. For instance, we learned video editing, which I thoroughly enjoyed," said Ms. Shumaila Farooq, Inspector and Training Instructor at Punjab Police College Sihala.
Overall, the training addressed several critical areas requiring immediate attention, including replacing rote learning with dynamic learning experiences, enhancing the tone and delivery of instructors, and providing resources to broaden the training scope. The inaugural session of the ToT was held in June this year, led by INL Police Advisor Mr. Ed Preston. Mr. Preston stated this new training program would help bring a "paradigm shift" to the police force. Subsequently, the ToTs will be expanded geographically and institutionally, engaging the Sindh Police, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and the Balochistan Police and their respective training institutions. Other federal institutions such as the National Police Academy (NPA), National Highways and Motorways Police, Railway Police, and the Federal Investigation Agency will also benefit from this initiative.
Participants provided positive feedback on the training, noting a significant learning curve throughout the experience. Mr. Malik Muhammad Amir, Inspector and Chief Law Instructor at the Police Training School Rawalpindi, emphasized the importance of integrating modern devices and teaching techniques to develop a more competent and skilled police force. This innovative program represents a major advancement in modernizing police training in Pakistan, aligning with international standards.
