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Citizens Police Oversight Commission

Striving for accountability, transparency, and equity through civilian oversight of the Philadelphia Police Department.

Citizens Police Oversight Commission

What we do

The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) oversees and investigates the conduct, policies, and practices of the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD).

The commission works to:

  • Increase the transparency and accountability of the PPD.
  • Improve police conduct.
  • Enhance the quality of internal investigations.
  • Improve the relationship between the community and the police department.

We provide recommendations on how to improve the police department to the mayor, the managing director, and the police commissioner.

CPOC is a member of the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). For more information about police oversight around the United States, visit NACOLE.

Connect

Address
2401 Walnut St.
Suite 602
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Email cpoc@phila.gov
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Our programs

Events

  • May
    12
    The Move Bombing: In remembrance 40 years later
    7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
    302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    The Move Bombing: In remembrance 40 years later

    May 12, 2025
    7:30 pm to 9:00 pm, 2 hours
    302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) invites you to a powerful evening commemorating the 40th anniversary of the MOVE Bombing, a pivotal moment in Philadelphia's history and police brutality.

    Join us on Monday, May 12 from 7:30-9:00 PM at the Proscenium Theatre at the Drake (302 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102) for a night of remembrance and dialogue. 

    The program will feature:

    • Monologue performance by Cathy Simpson from the play 6221. Along with another monologue performance from the play, The Rant, dramatizing the impact of the 1985 tragedy.
    • A conversation with Mike Africa Jr., activist and member of MOVE.
    • A panel discussion with former local reporters Larry Eichel and Linn Washington Jr., who reported on the events, offering historical insight and personal reflections.  


    The event is free to enter! PLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT


    Contact CPOC for more information, disability accommodations, or interpretation at cpoc@phila.gov or 215-685-0891.

  • May
    15
    Mother's Day Community Baby Shower
    2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
    The CORE at Esperanza Health Center, 3222 H St, Philadelphia, PA 19134, USA

    Mother's Day Community Baby Shower

    May 15, 2025
    2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 3 hours
    The CORE at Esperanza Health Center, 3222 H St, Philadelphia, PA 19134, USA
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    Please join CPOC, Shalom, Inc, and the 24th Police District in celebrating Mother's Day with a Community Baby Shower on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 2-5pm at The Core building on 3222 H Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134. We will be located on the 4th floor. Join us for an amazing time filled with food, games, resources, and giveaways! 


    Registration is limited! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16KOb3FL3d-1uvWFh_YamrNPo1TasUz_xH10V8TeZYgE/edit
  • May
    20
    CPOC Commissioners' Public Meeting
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82251997187?pwd=HCYa5GPaTEVtmrsZgbSI285V41a0n9.1

    CPOC Commissioners' Public Meeting

    May 20, 2025
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 1 hour
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82251997187?pwd=HCYa5GPaTEVtmrsZgbSI285V41a0n9.1
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