Dritan Lazami/
Human Trafficking Detective for the Dane County Sheriff’s Office
The Albanian law enforcement diaspora is growing globally, with Albanians increasingly entering law enforcement professions in various countries, particularly in the United States, Germany, Switzerland, and other parts of Europe. These officers are building bridges between their respective communities and local law enforcement agencies, while maintaining a strong connection to their Albanian heritage.
In the United States, organizations like the American Albanian Law Enforcement Association (AALEA) play a significant role in uniting Albanian-American law enforcement officers from across the country. AALEA focuses on promoting cultural pride, supporting officers of Albanian descent, and fostering connections between Albanian communities and law enforcement agencies. Officers in these roles include suburban police officers, deputy sheriffs, special agents, investigators, and state troopers.
In countries like Germany and Switzerland, the Albanian diaspora has also made significant strides in law enforcement, with Albanians serving as police officers, detectives, and other roles in public safety. Polizeikommissar Morina from Bielefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, for example, is an inspiring figure for the younger Albanian generations in these regions.
This growing involvement of Albanians in law enforcement not only strengthens ties between the diaspora and their host countries but also helps in promoting a positive image of the Albanian community abroad. It reflects a commitment to service, law, and order while maintaining pride in their Albanian roots.