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Policy and Legislative Goals

The Institute of Social Oversight (ISO) is very proactive in policy and governmental matters. The Profession of Auxiliary Security is tied heavily to governments due to its nature relating to the Public Safety. The following are the legislative focuses of the ISO to ensure the collective interest of its Members and Associates:

Expansion of Auxiliary Security Roles

The first and primary policy goal of the ISO is the increase of Auxiliary Security Roles in society, primarily within governmental institutions, in order to ensure the building and maintenance of the "Giant Net". The job of Auxiliary Security is very helpful for the capacity of the state to enhance its Public Safety. Therefore, Auxiliary Security ought to exist in large numbers so they may optimally fulfill their purpose of Pervasive Community Policing. The ISO is very supportive of candidates and officials that support the expansion and presence of the Auxiliary Security Roles. The ISO also favors ensuring that its Auxiliary Security Professionals are paid generously and have ample benefits to ensure their effectiveness and morale are kept sharp.

Incentives for Auxiliary Security Volunteers

Those who become Auxiliary Security Volunteers should also receive various benefits and rewards for their service. Their contribution to the "Giant Net" is also valuable, for that they should receive some form of incentive to encourage them to continue their contributions. The nature of these incentives will vary based on local laws, economic conditions, and so forth; one example would be a tax rebate for active Auxiliary Security Volunteers. The ISO will design them based on what best fits the specific conditions.

Consistent Defense of Professional Interests

The potential issues that Auxiliary Security Personnel will experience as they do their work will vary tremendously, and it’s impossible to identify them perfectly. The ISO will be proactive in identifying possible issues so it can push for legislation to make the job of Auxiliary Security Personnel easier and more able to be accomplished. Any issue or legislation that may assist or harm the work of Auxiliary Security Personnel will be met with a response by the Institute of Social Oversight.


The ISO will make frequent requests to its Directors, Committeemen, Members, and Associates to contribute their time and money towards advocacy efforts to advance the professional interests of Auxiliary Security Personnel. The Bylaws of the ISO demands certain forms of volunteering time in service of this effort; it's mandatory to maintain membership status.