The Citizens Police Academy (CPA) is a multi-week community education program designed to give residents a behind-the-scenes look at the Winston-Salem Police Department. Participants learn directly from officers and professional staff about patrol operations, investigations, training, policies, and decision-making processes—building transparency, understanding, and stronger community relationships. Spring CPA at the WSPD will run from March […]
Think you’ve got what it takes to join the Winston-Salem Police Department? Step onto the field and test your physical fitness in a challenge built to push you to your limits. Meet our recruiters, talk with our specialized units, including K9 and SWAT, and get a look at what it takes to perform at the […]
Join us for our 2026 Youth Citizens Police Academy! Held from 9am to 3pm on June 8th to June 12th, 2026 at 725 N. Cherry St. Curious about law enforcement? Sign up today for our FREE program! Open to rising high school freshmen through high school seniors interested in exploring the world of law enforcement.
Join us at a local business, Dream Kreams, for Ice Cream with a Cop! This Saturday afternoon event is a great opportunity to meet some officers and WSPD staff, and ask the questions you've always wanted to know! We'll be there from 1-4pm on July 11, 2026.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. This year the centralized National Night Out will be held at Emmanual Baptist Church, but neighborhoods and groups all across the city are encouraged to participate. After all, there's no neighborhood like your neighborhood!
