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Lorenzo Boyd, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized leader in police-community relations and an authority on urban policing, diversity issues in criminal justice, race and crime, and criminal justice systems. He currently holds the Stewart Professorship in Criminal Justice and Community Policing at the University of New Haven's Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences. Dr. Boyd has over 20 years of academic experience and 14 years of professional law enforcement experience in the Suffolk County (MA) Sheriff’s department, shaping his expertise in training police leaders and advancing inclusive policing strategies.
- Education: Ph.D. in Sociology (Northeastern University), M.A. in Applied Sociology (University of Massachusetts Boston), B.A. in Sociology (University of Massachusetts Amherst).
- Affiliations: Former director of the University of New Haven’s Center for Advanced Policing and vice president for diversity and inclusion/chief diversity officer.
Dr. Boyd’s research focuses on racial disparities in criminal justice, community policing, and de-escalation training. He has authored books and numerous peer-reviewed articles, including studies on racial profiling, juvenile justice outcomes, and evidence-based policing strategies. His work emphasizes building cultural competence among law enforcement and fostering trust between communities and police.
He secured a $1M DOJ grant for a regional de-escalation training program and has advised on high-profile cases such as the Yale University racial incident in 2019. His leadership roles include serving on national boards like the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives.
Dr. Boyd advocates for systemic reforms in policing through training initiatives, policy development, and community engagement. His contributions span academic research, policy consultation, and direct involvement in shaping inclusive institutional strategies at the University of New Haven.
