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Social Work

Ashlea Sleiman sits in her office at the Oxford police station

Two years after hiring, OPD’s social worker is changing the department’s approach to policing

After national protests and calls for police reform in 2020, Oxford opted to create a new social services liaison position in its police department. In the two years since getting hired to create the position, Ashlea Sleiman has put a new focus on follow-up and providing access to resources.
Sean Scott Aug 6, 2024

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