Mission Statement
Honoring Family, Education and Community
through Service and Mentorship since 1972 ©®
MISSION - NLPOA was founded in 1972, by Vicente Calderon and John Parraz. The NLPOA was charted on August 14, 1974. The specific purposes of the organization are to eliminate prejudice and discrimination in the criminal justice system; particularly Law Enforcement, reduce community juvenile delinquency and lessen citizen tension in predominantly Latino communities.
National Latino Peace Officers Association™ Core Values –
“Keeping America Safe” ©®
“To Promote Equality and Professionalism in Law Enforcement” ©®
“Recruiting Latinos into Law Enforcement” ©®
“Bridging the Gap between Latinos and Law Enforcement” ©®
“Honoring Family, Education and Community through Service and Mentorship” ©®
Today, National Latino Peace Officers Association is the largest Latino Law Enforcement Organization in the United States, with local chapters in many cities throughout the country. Its membership includes Chiefs of Police, Sheriffs, Police Officers, Parole Agents, and Federal Officers, all of whom are employed at the local, state, and federal levels.
NLPOA is a Public Benefit Association recognized as a Non-Profit Organization, IRS 501(c)(3) number 94-3165929. NLPOA does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, sex, or religion and membership is open to all.