Diversity in Law Enforcement

Honoring Service, Promoting Leadership and Protecting Our Community

About MLPO

We strive to create a professional association that provides support, advocacy and individual and professional development in law enforcement; and to bridge the gap between the community and the police.

Awards & Recognition

In congruence with the mission and values of the Massachusetts Latino Police Officer’s Association will serve to recognize the exceptional accomplishments achieved by Latinos within the law enforcement field.

Scholarships

The Manny Familia Scholarship was formed with the purpose of assisting an aspiring Latino/a in achieving their goals of attending an Accredited two or four year institution of higher education; or to attend a MPTC approved academy.

Upcoming Events/Training

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Executive Board

Yessenia
Gomez

President

Ruben Quesada

Vice President

Richard
Pomales

Treasurer

Luis Tarraza

Luis
Tarraza

Clerk

Christopher Santiago

Senior Advisor

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Awards & Recognition Program

Recognize the exceptional accomplishments achieved by Latinos within the law enforcement field.

Officer of
the Year

Leadership

Mentorship & Sponsorship

Life Saving

Community Service

Latest News

Training News

May 6th, 2025Boston, MA We are happy to share that our partnership with Calibre Press is off to a good start! The Massachusetts Latino Police Officers Association (MLPO) hosted “Reading People: Becoming a Body Language Expert” training on Monday, May…

MPTC Self Sponsor Academy

MPTC Self Sponsor Academy

The Massachusetts Latino Police Officers Association (MLPO) is delighted to announce a collaboration with the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) in which we assist in disseminating information regarding the newly developed MPTC scholarship program. The program was unveiled on…