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Building Bridges. Bringing Hope. Committed to uniting peace officers and communities to bring hope, equip people, and strengthen neighborhoods. At the heart of this work is Chief Sheryl Victorian, Waco, Texas’ Chief of Police since 2021 and a colossal partner to Hope For My City National. Her steadfast support, visionary leadership, and personal commitment have been instrumental in opening doors, building trust, and fueling the movement we carry across the nation. Under her leadership, Detective Eric Hawkins has worked hand-in-hand with our team on countless community initiatives—bringing the department’s commitment beyond the badge and into neighborhoods across Waco, Texas, where trust is built face-to-face. His perspective reflects the daily, practical ways Chief Victorian’s vision is lived out on the ground. Commander Chet Long, a valued member of the Hope For My City National board, offers another dimension to this mission—bringing a strategic lens and a deep understanding of the importance of strong partnerships between law enforcement and the community. Each voice in this series was chosen because they’ve been on the front lines of building connections that make communities safer and stronger. As you watch, we invite you to see how these partnerships are changing lives—one relationship at a time. Want to bring these strategies to life in your own city? Get your free copy of the Hope For My City National Leadership Playbook—just enter your name and email to the right.

Voices from the Field

Insights from the front lines on building unity, trust, and lasting community impact.

Leading with Trust: Chief Victorian on Relational Policing

Chief Sheryl Victorian shares how the TREEAT model is transforming policing in Waco, TX—showing how transparency, respect, and engagement build bridges between officers and the community.

Detective Eric Hawkins – Carrying Out the Vision

Carrying Out the Vision: Detective Eric Hawkins Serving under Chief Victorian’s leadership, Detective Eric Hawkins lives out the heart of relational policing—showing up consistently with Hope For My City National to build trust and strengthen connections across Waco, Texas.

A Different Angle

While Commander Long serves under Chief Sheryl Victorian’s leadership, his work brings a unique focus within the Greater Waco area. In this segment, he shares from his years of experience in law enforcement, offering insight into approaches that build trust, offer hope, and change lives in lasting ways.

Commander Chet Long – Leading with Purpose and Compassion

From SWAT operations to community restoration, Commander Long’s 18 years of service reflect a commitment to seeing people change—not just cases closed. In this conversation, Commander Long shares how intentional outreach to repeat offenders has opened doors for real transformation—stories that prove it’s never too late to rewrite the ending.

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