Det Supt Alison Fossey has been appointed an MBE for her services to island policing and the wider community of Jersey.
She said was “delighted” with the award, adding: “I accept this honour on behalf of the victims and survivors of abuse who have bravely come forward.
“Their courage has helped transform the response to sexual and domestic abuse in Jersey.”
Her leadership roles include the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) action plan, which focuses on delivering better support for survivors of abuse and bringing offenders to justice.
Chief Officer Robin Smith said: “Alison’s award is richly deserved and a source of immense pride for the States of Jersey Police.
“She is – as many will testify – a genuine force of nature”.