Episode 8: What Can Minneapolis Teach Us About Police Reform? with Ganesha Martin, Esq.

In this episode of the Jeff-alytics Podcast, Ganesha Martin, Esq. shares her unique journey from law to policing, reflecting on her experiences in Baltimore and Minneapolis. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in police reform, emphasizing community engagement, the role of consent decrees, and the importance of addressing public perceptions of crime and safety. Ganesha also highlights the need for innovative solutions, investment in resources, and storytelling as tools to create meaningful change in policing.






What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Ganesha Martin transitioned unexpectedly from law to policing and the role she played in Baltimore during a time of crisis and community unrest.
• Why Minneapolis is unique in working under both a state settlement agreement and a federal consent decree.
• What does it look like to create innovative, practical reform that speaks to the experience of police and community? 
• How public perceptions of police and crime, shaped by media and personal experiences, often overshadow statistical improvements in crime rates.
• What role do consent decrees play in police departments, and how are they used to improve policing?
• Why investment in technology, training, and community engagement is crucial for effective policing.

Guest Bio:


Ganesha Martin, Esq. is a human-centered public safety expert and Bureau Chief of Constitutional Policing for the Minneapolis Police Department. She has led major reform efforts in Minneapolis, Baltimore, and nationally, bridging the needs of communities and the officers who serve them. Ganesha is widely sought after for her work on consent decrees, community engagement, and reimagining what just and effective public safety can look like.






Resources & Links:

• Learn more about Ganesha Martin on her website: GaneshaMartin.com (http://ganeshamartin.com)





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