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3:00pm EDT

The Art of Perception: Multiple Perspectives for Better Decisions

Wednesday May 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT

In a rapidly changing world, situational awareness and effective communication skills are crucial to a successful critical response. In this breakout session, The Art of Perception will build on the keynote presentation by using works of art to provide law enforcement and intelligence professionals the tools to incorporate multiple perspectives into their decision-making, both in exigent circumstances and long-term challenges. Considering a range of perceptions will maximize understanding of legal and intelligence scenarios and minimize cognitive biases. Interactive exercises will highlight how to overcome persistent gaps in visual intelligence and lay the foundation for a more objective, informed, and effective response to critical incidents. 

Speakers

Amy Herman

As an attorney and art historian, Amy Herman has been conducting The Art of Perception for law enforcement and intelligence agencies at local, state, and federal levels since 2004. The program began with the New York City Police Department (Crime Scene Investigation, Hostage Negotiation... Read More →

Wednesday May 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Duck Pond

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