Philadelphia, PA – The Selection Panel for the Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) will host a public meeting to introduce the new proposed Commission candidates, gather community feedback and answer questions.

The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) oversees and monitors 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 and improve the relationship between the community and the police department. Commissioners will play a crucial role in supporting CPOC’s mission to:

  • Improve police conduct by ensuring accountability and transparency.
  • Enhance the quality of internal investigations to build public trust.
  • Increase communication and engagement between the community and the Police Department.

Public Meeting Details:
The public meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions and provide feedback on the new commissioner candidates. This is a key moment for public participation in shaping the future of police oversight in Philadelphia.

The meeting will be streamed on Zoom.

Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Community College of Philadelphia, West Philadelphia Regional Center

4725 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Please register here.

For disability accommodations or interpretation, please contact CPOC@phila.gov or 215-685-0891 as soon as possible.

“After receiving over 79 applications and 20 hours of intense interviews. The selection panel has narrowed it down to five candidates. This public meeting will be a chance for members of the community to meet and question these potential members of the commission.” -Councilman Curtis Jones Jr.

Selection Process and Panel:
The selection process for the new Commission candidates was led by a Selection Panel composed of civic and community leaders, with three appointees from City Council and two appointees from the Parker Administration. The Selection Panel members are:

  • Anton Moore – President and Founder of Unity in the Community and Commissioner on the Advisory Commission of African American Affairs (Mayoral Appointment)
  • Stanley Crawford – Founder/CEO of The Black Male Community Council of Philadelphia (Mayoral Appointment)
  • Bilal Qayyum – President of the Father’s Day Rally Committee (Council Appointment)
  • Christina Vega – Community in School Coordinator and Domestic Violence Advocate (Council Appointment)
  • Caroline Stack – Director of Legislative Affairs for Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. (Council Appointment)

Proposed Commissioner Candidates:

  • Michelle Enix-Kenny (12th Police District) – Consultant and founder of Excellence By Design Consulting, LLC, Michelle Enix-Kenny has 20 years of experience in crafting targeted strategies and driving organizational change across corporate communications, marketing, corporate culture, executive coaching, diversity and inclusion, and leadership training and development. She has worked for Black Entertainment Television (BET) and worked with past clients such as the U.S. Pentagon and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
  • Gilberto Gonzalez (26th Police District) – Gilbert Gonzalez is a Senior Recruiter for the Community College of Philadelphia. A highly skilled college recruiter with a proven ability to build strong relationships and partnerships within diverse communities, Gonzalez also has expertise in mentoring, community development, and fostering culturally inclusive collaborations. As a young person of color, he personally experienced police brutality. However, as an adult, Gonzalez collaborated with law enforcement officers to organize community handball tournaments through Back to Basics and the Father’s Day Rally Committee. The goal of those events was to foster meaningful and lasting relationships between the community and the police, creating a foundation of trust and collaboration.
  • Jaime Meekins (14th Police District) – As the Community Outreach Director at the Excelsior School of Philadelphia, Jaime Meekins has leadership experience dealing with community outreach service and programs. In April of 2024, Meekins was influential in creating a 3 on 3 Gun Violence Reduction Basketball Tournament in Germantown between law enforcement and young men to help foster a healthy relationship between the two.
  • Malika Rahman (8th Police District) – Malika Rahman is a Criminal Justice Professor and Curriculum Coordinator at the Community College of Philadelphia. Rahman’s professional journey has involved substantial community interaction and leadership in criminal justice education, community engagement, and commitment to reform in Philadelphia. She previously worked at the Department of Prisons and the Sheriff’s Office. She is a member of the Philadelphia Police Department Chaplains.
  • LaTanya Whitehead (24th Police District) – LaTanya Whitehead is a Program Liaison/Manager at Shalom, Inc. in Philadelphia. LaTanya has expertise in developing protocols, evaluating prevention strategies, and maintaining strong community partnerships. With a background in violence prevention, she leads community education efforts and ensures grant deliverables are met. She is driven by a deep commitment to improving police-community relations and advancing police reform initiatives in Philadelphia.

Please join our esteemed Selection Panel, along with Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr. and CPOC’s Executive Director Tonya McClary as we meet the new Commission candidates.

Media Inquiries:
For more information or to schedule an interview with panelists please contact Jodie Eichel at (215) 685-0891, Jodie.Eichel@phila.gov

About the Citizens Police Oversight Commission:
The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) is an independent oversight agency designed to ensure the just, transparent, and efficient administration of criminal justice in Philadelphia. CPOC is committed to conducting fair and timely investigations into police conduct, enhancing the quality of internal investigations, and fostering community engagement and trust.

 

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