MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The calls for change are being heard loud and clear by the Miami Heat and the Miami Police Department, who are teaming up to help improve interactions between law enforcement and our community.
The two, along with the group “Dedication to Community,” announced a first-of-its-kind partnership.
The goal is to provide specialized training to police officers with the specific goal of having a positive impact on police interactions, particularly with the Black community.
“We want to talk about moving from rhetoric to action,” said Miami Heat EVP/CMO Michael McCullough. “Bringing a program to Miami police that is a first step in the right direction.