Indiana post to develop and integrate virtual simulation exercises aligned with post-approved performance objectives related to communication and DE-escalation

The Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services awarded the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy $500,000 on October 1, 2025, under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710).

The recipient will develop and integrate virtual simulation exercises aligned with POST-approved performance objectives for communication and de-escalation skills. Working with a selected AI/technology vendor and curriculum subject matter experts from Force Concepts, the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy will design interactive scenarios reflecting real-world policing demands. These scenarios will be embedded throughout the Basic Academy curriculum to give recruits multiple opportunities to apply, reflect on, and improve de-escalation skills in immersive, realistic environments.

Performance occurs in Plainfield, Indiana, with a period of performance from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. The assistance type is a Project Grant.

Working with a selected AI/technology vendor and supported by curriculum and integration subject matter experts from force concepts, indiana post will design interactive scenarios that reflect the real-world demands of policing. These scenarios will be embedded throughout the basic academy curriculum to give recruits multiple opportunities to apply, reflect on, and improve their DE-escalation skills in realistic, immersive environments.