In February of 1997, the Metropolitan Atlanta Police Emerald Society, Inc. (MAPES) was incorporated by the State of Georgia. MAPES is a non profit, non political fraternal organization and currently has over 350 active members.

As you may know, the first Emerald Society was established in 1953 in New York City. The primary Goal at the time was to inculcate and preserve in its members the heritage of their Gaelic culture. Since that time, numerous Emerald Societies have been established nationwide. Membership within these various Emerald Societies now exceeds 25,000 members.

The National Conference of Law Enforcement Emerald Societies (N.C.L.E.E.S.) represents seventy one Emerald Societies, MAPES being one of them.

In addition to promoting a sense of pride in our Gaelic heritage, MAPES was established to recognize the accomplishment and contributions made by fellow Gaelic law enforcement officers within the Metro  Atlanta Area. MAPES provides an environment that fosters a spirit of brotherhood and fellowship amongst its members and is dedicated to assisting needy families in the event of hardship. Furthermore, our  organization is committed to enhancing professionalism within the law enforcement establishment and developing an atmosphere in which the police and community work together to reduce crime.