San Diego Black Police Officers Association-SDBPOA

Documented BPOA History: The Grand Opening of the Office of the San Diego BPOA at 101 N. 50th Street in Southeastern San Diego was published in The African American News Link on May 1, 1997.

Black Police Officers Association (BPOA) Recap: April–June 2026

Over the past three months, the BPOA has remained committed to service, leadership, and community engagement. We celebrated the promotion of Brother Javier Nicolas to Detective, supported the launch of Bell Middle School’s first-ever Junior Cadet Program, continued meaningful conversations through the African American Advisory Board, and invested in the next generation through scholarships awarded to graduating seniors attending Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Howard University.

Together, we are building stronger communities through leadership, mentorship, education, and service.

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Join us for the 54th Annual Education & Training Conference, August 10-14,2026, in New Orleans,LA! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with professionals from across the country.

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Behind every call, every response, and every moment of urgency, there is a steady voice making it all possible, our dispatchers.

This week, we recognize and celebrate the dedication, focus, and care you bring every single day.

Happy Dispatchers Week! Your impact is real, and your work never goes unnoticed.

Black Police Officers Association | January–March Recap

The start of the year has been powerful for the Black Police Officers Association as we continue to build, connect, and lead in our community.

During Black History Month, we partnered with The Mental Bar to host Coffee with a Cop, creating a space for real conversations, connection, and trust between law enforcement and the community. Thank you to The Mental Bar for opening your doors and helping us bring people together in a meaningful way.

We also celebrated excellence through our BPOA Scholarship Awards, recognizing outstanding students who represent the future of leadership and impact. Congratulations to all of our recipients, we are proud of you and excited for what’s ahead.

This quarter also marked a new chapter for the BPOA with the formation of our new Executive Board. With fresh leadership, renewed vision, and strong momentum, the sky is truly the limit for what we can accomplish together.

We want to take a moment to honor Captain Vernon Peterson on his retirement. Thank you for your years of service, leadership, and dedication. Your legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

From community engagement to youth empowerment, we remain committed to service, leadership, and building stronger relationships across San Diego.

The Black Police Officers Association (BPOA) is dedicated to promoting community engagement, professional development, and mentorship within law enforcement.
Through outreach, advocacy, and service, BPOA works to strengthen relationships between officers and the communities they serve while supporting diversity and inclusion within the profession.