The fifth stage of the critical process — engagement — encourages you to take action, adding your own voice to the process of shaping our culture and environment.

Monitor cases in your own community. Consider your position on advocacy for police dash cams and body cams, and see what the present policy is in your own city and state.

You can also engage through a number of organizations: the National Association Against Police Brutality, HandsUpUnited, Mothers Against Police Brutality, #BlackLivesMatter, and the U.S. Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services are a few of them. Once you’ve gathered more information and have something to say, share with friends on social media, or consider sending a letter to your local newspaper.

You can also comment on any shootings around the country or in your area. Both the Washington Post and Guardian interactive sites above have links to retweet or send tips or additions to any of the cases listed on their sites.

What’s most important is to remember that police departments are public services, and, as a member of the public, you have the power and ability to participate in conversations and be part of the solution.