INCLUSIVE POLICING
BRIDGING POLICING AND COMMUNITIES
When PC Dharmesh Mistry, a West Yorkshire Police officer since 2005, is not busy policing he devotes all his time in promoting Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. His efforts, including establishing the Leeds Faith Trail and supporting vulnerable groups, have earned him national recognition with being shortlisted twice for the National Diversity Awards
West Yorkshire Police officer, PC Dharmesh Mistry, has been a dedicated member of the force since May 2005. Currently serving in the training department as an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA), Dharmesh recently celebrated his 55th birthday in October last year. He is also the Chair of the Hindu Police Association in West Yorkshire Police (WYP). Dharmesh is prominently active in the field of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion,
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supporting various group associations, including the Leeds and Bradford Councils. He has been instrumental in
the Leeds Faith Trail, engaging with the community, and helping the vulnerable have earned him national recognition. Dharmesh’s unwavering
“Dharmesh’s unwavering dedication to creating a more inclusive world has been recognised at various forums”
raising awareness about his Hindu faith and community, which has propelled him to new heights. His efforts in setting up
dedication to creating a more inclusive world has been recognised at various forums. He has faced challenges head-on and made a significant impact on the lives of those around him.
Dharmesh has broken down barriers, created opportunities, and given a voice to the voiceless. He has been honoured
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