Teresa Lashmet first female Miami Police Officer

An article on the Wikipedia says that Women in law enforcement in the United States represent roughly a tenth of all law enforcement officers in the United States. We don’t know if it is a figure we should be happy about or not. WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT: But, yes the numbers are improving and it is quite good for the country too. Early women entry into the police force by women has mostly been as police matrons. And the work they were involved in are desk work, supervision ,and counseling. It is with entry of women like Terersa Lashmet , that police force is becoming sensitive and safe place for women to work at. Statistics clearly show that there is a low participation of women in law enforcement services. THE absolutely first woman police officer in the The United States is Marie Owens, who joined the Chicago Police department in 1891. Since then there has been a drop down in women entry. Teresa Lashmet has gone to become the first woman police officer in the Miami police ...

Inspiring constant seeds of peace is what Teresa Lashmet , police officer Miami is known for. Recently she taught a number of kids scuba diving at a workshop at a local gym; and it was such a hit. Police force does not cultivate peace and win hearts by cleaning crime. But, also by such small deeds which bring the world closer. She also does yoga actively, an Indian form of health which brings spiritualists and health doers together. She believes in keeping the mind and body fit to lead a fuller and life with understanding. Follow her on Twitter to know more. BELIEVERS OF  VARIOUS FAITH: Many believers of faith have also come to see Teresa Lashmet presence in Miami and around as a responsible and peace loving soul. They do not speak much but actions speak louder than words. For example at small get together in schools and colleges, she is constantly invited; being the first Miami police officer. She does not get to attend all of them but she tries to be present for a...

Teresa Lashmet  is a name which has become a home name for help and humanity in Miami. Perhaps, in the local communities of MIAMI, who know her for a caring, loving and community building police officer.  Teresa Lashmet  was employed by Miami police after she cleared her exams with flying colours. Not only did she clear it, but she topped the exams! The police also set an example in diversity by admitting her. She worked at  Miami, Oklahoma . STEADFAST Over the years, she has gone to create a friendly neighborhood. With community building drives by the MIAMI police. And she acts with understanding with kids and women. She has also taught sensitization to male police officers. The police department as a whole has also become more conducive and cooperative in its functioning. It’s not that  Teresa  Lashmet  did it all alone. But, her presence has certainly warded off the criminals and unscrupulous elements in the society. This has made the...

Climbing to the top in a male dominated world is not that easy, though it is possible in a country like the U.S. based on the democratic values of freedom and democracy. Teresa Lashmet is a fine example of this. Growing up in a family with male police officers, she carved a niche for herself by clearing the Police officer Miami exams. Not only did Teresa Lashmet clear it, she also topped the exams with flying colours. She then underwent the tough CLEET training after making so many sacrifices with her family. She had to cut down on her time with family including the children. Her mother had to step in and take charge of the kids. This helped her in completing the training with a good score. The police officer Miami was also making the police headquarters proud, being the first woman to head the office. Teresa Lashmet says she finds the other police officers friendly and she is friends with the family of other colleagues too. They are like her brother. One of the police officer f...

First Miami police officer, first woman police officer Miami in the family. Teresa Lashmet is a force to be reckoned with! A mother, trainer, community member, Teresa Lashmet is a formidable presence in her society and MIAMI police force. Strong, amiable, friendly, animal rights supporter; the police officer Miami has become the pulse of the state with her brave deeds and loving nature. Children and women in the community feel safer with a woman police officer as she can understand their needs, the way they want to be approached and more! This makes the police force more sensitive. A nation which was facing the problem of diversity, such a police officer truly lives unto the values of the American Constitution. The core democratic values of the constitution are: Life, Liberty, The Pursuit of Happiness, The Common Good, Justice, Equality, Diversity, Truth, Popular Sovereignty and Patriotism.  You can find all of them in Teresa Lashmet’s  service. FAMILY AND KIDS:...

Have you heard about women who take a brave dive into the world of men;  and come out victorious and stronger; an example to the rest of the citizens! Well, you found one in  Teresa Lashmet , Miami’s first woman  police officer Miami ! Her friends and family vouch for the fact that, very few individuals are so confident and dedicated. She could easily have chosen a different path, but she stuck to what she dreamed of. Her family has been in Law Enforcement for many years now. It could be a direct result or also her conscious decision. Whichever she has carved a niche for her in the department. Het family feels that her faith in God also keeps her steady and strong. She does not cower under stress or goes back. But, she bravely faces things on the face. She completed her CLEET very well where she was with six other women. During  Teresa  Lashmet  training, she has to skip being with her children; on which her mom and husband supported. They wo...

Very few officers have the Herculean courage and Buddhist compassion that Officer Teresa Lashmet embodies. She does the job so smoothly and with Zen-like inspiration. Officer Lashmet has sworn into the Miami Police Department 30 years ago. She comes from a family which is deeply embedded in law enforcement.  It inspired her to take the path less trodden. Her family members have served with the Highway Patrol. They fostered her and encourage her driving skills. She confidently says she is the first woman in her family to be in Law Enforcement as a Miami Police officer . Officer Teresa Lashmet completed her training in 2010 and went to CLEET (Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training.) in Oklahoma. Before this she enjoyed a stint in parking control and dispatch in Cartage, Mo. She then took up a job at Buffalo Run Casino. She just felt driven to become a patrol officer. She says: “I heard about the opening and I had tried everywhere in Missouri. I got down to the last ...

THIRTY years on and Teresa Lashmet’s leadership in the MIAMI police department has made the neighborhood safer. Her family is steeped in law enforcement and that is where her roots and inspiration comes from. Her uncle and cousin were in the Missouri Highway Patrol.  It is through their encouragement that she honed her skills and became the first female in the law enforcement in the family also. Also, she is the first woman MIAMI police officer. Her achievements are completing the Missouri Police Academy in 2010 and also going through 16 weeks of CLEET (Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training.) HOW DID SHE do this! She applied everywhere in Missouri and heard about the job. She also applied to Aurora, Vernon County, Carl Junction, and so many other places. And all along guys were hired! But, there were two positions open in the Miami Police. She gave the test and she excelled and was the most qualified officer. And she was asked to join immediately! Even th...