named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Training Conference
Three-day event offering professional development training, leadership panels, and networking for law enforcement personnel across New York State.
Community Service Committee
Organizes community service projects to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Membership & Regional Networking
Statewide membership program with regional directors facilitating communication, events, and community engagement across four regions.
Training and Leadership Development
Initiative to promote professional growth through training opportunities, leadership programs, and outreach to criminal justice students.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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First Responder Family Scholarships 1 activity
- Awards scholarships to members for leadership developmentProvides scholarship opportunities to active members to support their participation in leadership development programs, including the International Association of Chiefs of Police Women’s Leadership Institute.
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Law Enforcement Professional Development 1 activity
- Hosts annual three-day training conference for law enforcement professionalsOrganizes an annual three-day training conference featuring expert speakers, leadership panels with live Q&A, and relevant training topics such as trauma-informed interviews, legal updates, leadership, and community trust building. The conference supports personal and professional development for women in law enforcement, with recent events drawing over 230 attendees in locations including Lake Placid and Niagara Falls, NY.
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Law Enforcement-Community Relations Programs 1 activity
- Organizes regional networking and community service eventsFacilitates regional networking events across four geographic regions in New York State and organizes community service projects to promote positive relationships between criminal justice professionals and their communities.
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Supports recruitment, retention, and promotion of women in law enforcementBuilds a professional network to support the recruitment, retention, and promotion of women in law enforcement through skill development, leadership training, and outreach to students in criminal justice programs. Offers membership to active and retired officers, criminal justice employees, and those preparing for law enforcement careers.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$84K
Contributions & grants$9K10%
Program service revenue$59K70%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$86K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$300
balance sheet
Total assets$43K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$43K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +1.4%
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Bethlehem Police Department Partner — Employer of NYWLE President Gina F. Cocchiara and member Chelsea Krage
- Bethlehem Police Department Partner — Host agency for President Gina Cocchiara and represented on the NYWLE leadership team.
- Crowne Plaza Lake Placid Partner — Provided lodging accommodations for conference attendees at a negotiated rate.
- Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Partner — Employer of NYWLE Treasurer Maura Gagan
- Glenville Police Department Partner — Employer of NYWLE Immediate Past President Meredith Kaiser
- International Association of Chiefs of Police Partner — Collaborates to provide scholarship opportunities for NYWLE members to attend the IACP Women’s Leadership Institute.
- NYS University Police Partner — Employer of NYWLE advisors Mary Ritayak, Arlene Sabo, and Erika Taylor
- NYWLE Annual Conference Network — Hosts and facilitates member participation in the NYWLE Annual Conference as part of ongoing professional engagement.
- New York City Police Department Partner — Former employer of NYWLE advisor Joanne Jaffe
- New York State Police Partner — Employer of NYWLE 1st Vice President Kimberly Shappy and advisor Amanda Nissen
- Oswego City Police Department Partner — Employer of NYWLE 2nd Vice President Sergeant Chelsea Giovo
- Regional Food Bank Partner — Beneficiary organization receiving donations collected from conference attendees.
- Sheraton Niagara Falls USA Partner — Host venue for the 2026 NYWLE Annual Training Conference.
- Village of Depew Police Department Partner — Employer of NYWLE Recording Secretary Rochelle Menard
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Leadership and Mentorship Developmentmethodology: mentorship_pipelineBy providing mentorship, leadership training, and peer support, the organization fosters professional growth, retention, and resilience among women in law enforcement because structured guidance and shared experience strengthen career trajectories and community belonging.
- Professional Development Through Collaborative Learning and Networkingmethodology: professional-conference-modelBy hosting member-driven conferences and facilitating networking, expert-led training, and knowledge sharing, the organization enhances professional development and community resilience because peer engagement and tailored learning opportunities increase relevance, retention, and practical application.
- Workforce Advancement Through Systemic Focus on Recruitment, Retention, and Promotionmethodology: workforce_advancementBy targeting the full career lifecycle—recruitment, retention, and promotion—the organization advances women in law enforcement because addressing systemic barriers at each stage produces sustained workforce equity and institutional change.