The Florida Association of Women Law Enforcement Professionals (FAWLEP) is marking Women’s History Month with the launch of a statewide mentorship campaign aimed at strengthening leadership development among women in law enforcement.
Under the theme “Women Who Lead. Women Who Lift,” the organization is formally designating March as Mentorship Month and rolling out the FAWLEP Mentorship Initiative 2026. The effort is designed to foster meaningful mentor-mentee relationships while encouraging seasoned professionals to actively guide the next generation entering and advancing within the field.
The initiative pays tribute to women who broke barriers in law enforcement, endured challenges, and created opportunities that many now benefit from.
“Legacy is not defined by rank or title. It is defined by impact,” said FAWLEP President Chief Delma Noel-Pratt. “The women who came before us created pathways through resilience and courage. Mentorship ensures their sacrifices continue to shape the future of law enforcement.”
Through the yearlong push, members across Florida are encouraged to share their leadership journeys, participate in mentorship conversations, and invest in the professional growth of women throughout the profession.
FAWLEP leaders say the program reinforces the organization’s commitment to cultivating environments where women lead with purpose, support one another without competition, and strengthen the profession through collaboration.
“Mentorship is one of the most powerful ways we honor the legacy of those who paved the way,” Vice President, Chief Cherie Gause added. “When women lift one another, we strengthen our profession and our communities.”
FAWLEP focuses on empowering, supporting, and advancing women in law enforcement through leadership development, training, networking, and mentorship initiatives across Florida.
