COPA is Chicago's civilian police oversight agency. Its goal is to ensure investigations are completed to advance justice, fairness & foster open-dialogue.
Chicago, IL
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COPA is seeking qualified candidates for the roles of Director of Investigations (Policy, Research, and Analysis Division.) Applications will be accepted through November 5, 2026 at 11:59pm. For more information visit: chicagocopa.org/careers2/car…
Today, COPA attended the Parent University Day in the Lower West Side. The event included opportunities for parents and community to learn about PU programming and connect with local resources. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
That's a wrap on six weeks of COPA People's Academy! Thank you to our participants for learning about civilian police oversight, the investigative process, & the importance of transparency and accountability. We appreciated your time and & commitment to a more informed community!
Today, COPA was in the North Center community today with @chicityclerk Mobile City Hall! Residents are able to learn about valuable resources, print city stickers and residential parking permits or apply for a City Key ID. #COPAInTheCommunity
This morning we joined @LN_Chi Leaders Network for their monthly meeting at the Columbus Park Refectory. We shared information about our role in police accountability #copainthecommunity
Today, COPA participated in the @NWCChicago Open House in the Belmont Cragin community. The event showcased the programs & services offered & local resources. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
Yesterday, COPA participated in the Illinois Unidos Block Party in the Belmont Cragin community. The party included performances, giveaways, activities, and local community orgs with resources. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
Week 4 of COPA People’s Academy focused on domestic violence & sexual misconduct investigations, led by Director of Investigations Kim Edstrom Schiller & Supervising Investigator Ralph Meneghetti. Thank you to our participants for an evening of thoughtful discussion and learning.
COPA investigators responded to an officer-involved shooting in the 2400 block of South Rockwell. If you or anyone you know has any information related to this incident, please call our office at 312-746-3609 or visit chicagocopa.org
Today, COPA participated in the @AKAThetaOmega Block Party in the Woodlawn community. The party included performances, giveaways, activities, and local community orgs giving out info on resources. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
COPA Releases Video & Materials Related to Officer-Involved Shooting Near 30 E. Hubbard St chicagocopa.org/case/2025-00…
Today, COPA Chief Administrator LaKenya White joined @ChicagosMayor, @AldSColeman16, & @chicityclerk alongside various city & partner agencies that organzed a citywide career fair at @KK_College. The fair brought employers from different industries with employment opportunities.
COPA is seeking qualified candidates for the roles of Investigator and Major Case Specialist. Applications will be accepted through October 8, 2026 at 11:59pm for Investigator and October 9, 2026 at 11:59pm for Major Case Specialist
Today, COPA attended the UI Health Men’s Health Matters event at @MX_College. The event was to create awareness on men’s health issues and included a resource fair. COPA was giving out info on our role in police oversight. #COPAInTheCommunity
Today, COPA attended the Hamline Elementary School Open House. The event showcased student programming, networking, and a resource fair. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
Today, COPA attended the @CICSWestBelden Playstreets Block Party. The event included performances, food, activities, and resources. COPA was giving out info on our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
Week 2 of COPA People’s Academy! Another great night with engaged participants, thoughtful conversations while learning about Use of Force, the City's Video Release Policy and analyzing video. Looking forward to next week!
Today, COPA Chief Administrator LaKenya White & attended @ChiFamSupport Senior Fest. The fest included a resource fair, activities, live music, and space for seniors to gather & have fun. COPA was giving out info about our role in police accountability. #COPAInTheCommunity
COPA is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Director of Investigations (Transparency). Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2026 at 11:59pm. For more information visit: chicagocopa.org/careers2/car…
