Foundation for Policing and Justice
Foundation for Policing and Justice
About Beverly A. Brewster
Beverly A. Brewster, LLM, MPA.
Author and Advocate for Law Enforcement
Founder and Director of the Foundation for Policing and Justice |
Advancing public safety through prevention, accountability,
and constructive dialogue
Beverly A. Brewster, LLM (International Law), MPA, is an author, consultant, and Director of the Foundation for Policing and Justice, a nonprofit organization she founded in January 2019 to advocate for law enforcement while encouraging cohesive, solutions-oriented community relationships. In her leadership role, she has supported stakeholder engagement across the tri-state area through community events, public meetings, and collaboration with civic boards, community partners, and police precinct council representatives.
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Brewster’s academic background reflects a sustained commitment to justice, governance, and accountability. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Criminal Justice from John Jay College, graduating Magna Cum Laude and earning Dean’s List recognition. She later completed an LLM in International Law with International Relations at the University of Kent (Brussels School of International Studies). She pursued an MPA focused on international inspection and oversight.
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As an author, Brewster writes for audiences across age groups, focusing on prevention, public safety, and constructive dialogue. Her published and forthcoming works include Guns Hurt: Joe Was Shot with a Gun (children’s education and awareness), Badge of Honor: An Alternate Perspective (law enforcement, oversight, and public trust), and STOP! Drop the Knife and Let’s Talk (conflict interruption and communication-centered decision-making).
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Recent books:
STOP! Drop the Knife and Let’s Talk
A practical, conversation-centered guide designed to interrupt conflict before it escalates. Written for teens, parents, and educators, it promotes safer decision-making through communication, de-escalation, and accountability.
Exploring the Realities of Defunding the Police
Badge of Honor, delves into the daily challenges faced by officers and the adverse impacts of calls to defund the police. It offers insights that go beyond mere analysis, shedding light on the departmental cutbacks that impede officers and detrimentally affect citizens' quality of life.
GUNS HURT: Joe was shot with a gun
GUNS HURT: Joe was shot with a gun is a child-friendly, prevention-focused book that helps young readers understand the seriousness of gun violence in an age-appropriate way. Joe’s story encourages safety, empathy, and making responsible choices, while giving parents and educators a respectful starting point for meaningful conversations about staying safe and speaking up when something feels wrong.