"Being chosen to lead the Counterterrorism Bureau of the New York City Police Department meant so much to me. I was a young police officer that day on 9/11, and then for women, I think it really shows that you can be anything that you put your mind to."
"One of our top qualities, you have to lead with integrity. Every day, it's a new challenge for them, and they have to be up for the task."
Chief Martine Materasso made history as the NYPD's first female counterterrorism chief and is now focused on training the next generation of officers. Raised in the Bronx and Long Island, she aspired to join the police force from a young age. Throughout her career, she faced skepticism but proved her capabilities in the field. Materasso emphasizes the importance of integrity in leadership and is overseeing a significant training overhaul for officers, which includes tactics, de-escalation, and situational awareness.
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