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Calm Under Pressure: De-escalation Techniques for SSO/SSG
Thu, May 22
|MAGEN Chicago's Training Office
Items to be covered: Recognition of pre-escalation behavioral indicators Verbal techniques to reduce tension and establish rapport Body language and positioning strategies for safety Creating distance and establishing boundaries When and how to safely disengage
Time & Location
May 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
MAGEN Chicago's Training Office, 8707 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077
Guests
About the Event
Pizza at 6:30, Seminar 6:50PM
Presenter: Scott Sophier, Community Relations Commander Evanston Police Department
Commander Scott Sophier is a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the Community Relations Commander with the Evanston Police Department. His expertise spans strategic planning, policing operations, safety management, and building community partnerships. Previously, he led the Major Crash Assistance Team as Task Force Commander for five years, directing a multi-jurisdictional team responding to serious traffic collisions. Commander Sophier governs a team focused on community partnerships and collaborates with leadership to support community safety and well-being. Colleagues describe him as progressive, driven, analytical, and strategic—a policing expert dedicated to delivering positive results for diverse communities.