Ethical Leadership and Perceived Challenges Among Police Officers in Palestine
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This study aimed to assess the indicators of ethical leadership and perceived challenges among police officers in Bethlehem and Hebron governorates from their perspectives. It also aimed to examine their ethical leadership practices according to educational qualifications, years of service, and workplace location. The study employed an integrated descriptive-analytical approach that combined quantitative and qualitative aspects. Data were collected using administered surveys and interviews as tools targeting a population of police officers working in Hebron and Bethlehem governorates, totaling (1600) individuals. Data collection involved a sample survey of (228) participants. Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted with (5) officers purposively selected. Findings indicated a high level of ethical leadership practice among Palestinian police officers, with a percentage of (82.2%). The dimension of the “ethical personal component” ranked highest with a percentage of (85.2%). The study recommended enhancing the capacities of police personnel and reinforcing their beliefs of ethical leadership in both personal and professional components.
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security studies, ethical leadership, perceived challenges, police officers
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