Honoring Law Enforcement Service & Sacrifice

NovoaGlobal respectfully acknowledges National Police Week. National Police Week 2026 runs from Monday, May 11, through Sunday, May 17, 2026, with major events in Washington, D.C. honoring law enforcement service and sacrifice. Key observances include the 38th Annual Candlelight Vigil on May 13 and Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, which includes the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the U.S. Capitol.

 Key 2026 National Police Week Events & Dates

  • National Police Week: May 11–17, 2026.
  • 38th Annual Candlelight Vigil: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (National Mall).
  • Peace Officers Memorial Day: Friday, May 15, 2026.
  • National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service: Friday, May 15, 2026 (U.S. Capitol).
  • National Police Survivors’ Conference: Hosted by Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.).
  • Annual Blue Mass: Held at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Washington, D.C.

History

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

National Police Week is a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community.

Background and Significance

  • Purpose: National Police Week honors those who have died in the line of duty and recognizes law enforcement officers currently serving.
  • Origin: Established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • Significance: It serves as a time for community, survivors, and fellow officers to pay homage and share support.

Search for fallen members

A place of honor, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial features the names of the Official Line-of-Duty Fallen Heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Here, you may search for those who have been so honored – those whose names are engraved on the Memorial wall to be remembered and revered forever.

Since 1786, over 23,000 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial ensures that those who gave their lives to protect and serve their communities are remembered for generations to come, while providing a place where survivors can spend a quiet moment paying tribute to their loved ones.

You can find more information on the Fallen Officers here: Officer Down Memorial Page

For full event details, check the schedule at PoliceWeek.org or the NLEOMF website.

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