30FORWARD
PLEDGE FAQs
30FORWARD IS NOT ABOUT LOWERING STANDARDS. IT IS ABOUT RAISING EXPECTATIONS FOR LEADERSHIP, FOR SYSTEMS, AND FOR CULTURE.
The 30Forward pledge represents a commitment to building a profession where excellence and inclusion go hand-in-hand, where members are supported not only to enter policing, but to grow, lead, and leave the profession stronger than they found it. Together, under the co-leadership of Inspector Valarie Gates and Viktoria Tumilowicz, alongside 30Forward’s Executive Committee, we commit to act with purpose, transparency, and accountability toward a more modern and inclusive future for Canadian policing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 30Forward Pledge
The 30Forward Pledge is a national framework for cultural and systemic change in Canadian policing. It is rooted in lived experiences, supported by emerging research, and sustained by measurable action. By signing, services and individuals commit to advancing inclusion, accountability, and cultural health across recruitment, retention, mentorship, allyship, policy reform, and measurement.
Who can sign the pledge?
The pledge is open to:
Police services and boards (as institutions).
Leaders and members at all ranks and roles, sworn and civilian.
Allies and partners who want to support equity, inclusion, and cultural transformation in Canadian policing.
Is signing the pledge legally binding?
No. The pledge is a public statement of commitment, not a legal contract. However, signatories are expected to take the outlined actions seriously, measure their progress, and remain accountable through transparent reporting and participation in 30Forward benchmarking.
Does signing the pledge lower recruitment or promotion standards?
No. 30Forward is not about lowering standards. It is about raising expectations for leadership, culture, and accountability. The focus is on creating systems and supports that allow excellence and inclusion to go hand in hand.
What happens after I sign?
After signing:
You/your organization will be added to the list of pledge supporters (if consent is given).
You will receive access to 30Forward resources, updates, and benchmarking opportunities.
Organizations may be invited to share progress annually as part of the national reporting framework.
Individuals will receive a digital badge they can share on LinkedIn or in their workplace.
How is progress measured?
After signing:
Signatories commit to reporting on both quantitative data (e.g., demographics, promotion rates, retention) and qualitative insights (e.g., culture surveys, exit interviews). This data is submitted anonymously for national benchmarking and shared through a transparent reporting framework.
Can individuals sign, or only organizations?
Both.
Organizations (police services, boards, associations) can sign and commit to implementing systemic measures.
Individuals (officers, civilians, allies, partners) can sign to show personal support and accountability.
How is privacy protected?
Signers choose whether their name/organization is listed publicly. All personal information is handled in accordance with privacy standards, used only for pledge verification and progress reporting, and will never be shared without consent.
What if my service or organization is not ready to meet every commitment?
Signing the pledge is not about perfection—it is about commitment to action and progress. Every service and individual will be at a different stage. 30Forward provides tools, resources, and peer learning to help services move forward at a sustainable pace.
How can I learn more or get involved beyond signing?
Explore the 30Forward Partner Network.
Participate in national mentorship and benchmarking initiatives.
Access policy templates, training materials, and case studies through the 30Forward Hub.
Share your progress and best practices to help strengthen policing across Canada.