THP troopers to receive sensory-inclusive training

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol is moving to train its troopers to become sensory-inclusive.

According to a news release, THP has partnered with the non-profit KultureCity to train troopers on four factors when it comes to those with sensory needs:

• The importance of empathy towards someone with a sensory need and how common these needs are in society today.
• What to do when engaging with someone who has a sensory need, and how to recognize the need.
• Strategies that can be used to help individuals with sensory needs to adapt to a situation that may be overwhelming.
• How best to resolve the interaction and situation in a positive way.

“I am excited and proud of the Tennessee Highway Patrol for partnering with KultureCity to better train and understand individuals with sensory needs,” said Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long. “We want everyone to feel safe traveling the highways of Tennessee.”

The release says that each THP trooper will receive a sensory bag with items to lessen sensory overload and engage people with sensory needs.

You can read the full news release here.

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