The Naperville Police Department has launched a new program designed to promote safer interactions and foster understanding between officers and individuals on the autism spectrum.

Blue Envelope Program aims to improve police interactions with autistic persons

The Blue Envelope Program is a free and voluntary initiative that provides a blue envelope to individuals on the spectrum to present during encounters with Naperville police officers. The envelope sends visual cues to officers about the individual’s communication methods and support needs.

The envelope can also house copies of an individual’s documents of identification for quick and easy access. It also includes a space where individuals can note their preferred method of communication, whether it be vocal speech, sign la

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