WI DOJ Statewide Peer Support
The Wisconsin Department of Justice through a grant by the US Department of Justice, COPS Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Funds has been working to establish a basic peer support program to include; instructor cadre, curriculum and a training program for our state.
We are pleased to provide this FREE training program for our state. Every agency should have officers with training and experience to provide support as a trained peer member to the officers in their department.
The state has been divided into 4 regions and has 2 instructors assigned to each region.
Basic Peer Support Courses
July 13-14 at Watertown Fire Department
Advanced Peer Support Courses
August 25 at Menomonee Falls Fire Department
WI Department of Justice Peer Support Training Program
Regional Peer Support Trainers and Curriculum Overview
2027 Statewide Peer Support Conference
Save the Date - March 8-10, 2027
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
2027 STATEWIDE PEER SUPPORT & WELLNESS CONFERENCE WEBSITE
This year's theme - Beyond the Badge - Practical Tools for Responder Wellness and Peer Support
We are now accepting submissions for presentation topics for the 2027 conference. Do you have tools to support the peer teams and wellness in your agency? Submit your idea for a presentation for our event!
In addition - we are also hosting a logo contest for the 2027 event! Submit logos for our theme - the winner receives free registration to our 2027 event!
Wisconsin 2023 Act 220 - Peer Support Bill: News and Updates
Check here for updates related to the new Wisconsin 2023 Act 220 which relates to Peer Support communication.
Administrative Rule Updates
Status: Approved by Governor on June 11, 2026
Status: Waiting for publication in the Legislative Reference Bureau
Approved Rules Waiting for Publication
The law will go into effect 30 days after the publication date.
Peer Support Resources
WISCONSIN RESOURCES
IACP INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
IACP Peer Support Guidelines - These guidelines are intended to provide information and recommendations on forming and maintaining a peer support structure for sworn and civilian personnel in law enforcement agencies.
Implementing Peer Support Services in Small and Rural Law Enforcement Agencies - This resource outlines the considerations and recommended action steps for small and rural law
enforcement agencies seeking to establish and maintain peer support services.
Family Matters - An Executive Resource Guide for developing family friendly Law Enforcement Programs and Policies.
Questions?
If you have questions on the WI Regional Peer Support Program please contact Program Manager Stacy Lenz at peercertification@wisdoj.gov.