DETROIT-Detroit Police Department Deputy Dani Woods, LGBT liaison to the office of the chief, will hold the second annual LGBT Community Chat Aug. 3 at Palmer Park.
The first LGBT community chat was a huge success and had over 100 attendees. This year's meeting will focus on breaking down barriers and will discuss program assistance and resources for the LGBT community and will address the concerns of the LGBT community in a relaxed environment set to spread awareness. Chief James Craig and Officer Dani Woods will discuss preventive measures DPD is taking to address concerns of the LGBTQ Community including violence and hate crimes against members in the community and victim resources available. A Q&A session will follow for continual dialogue and to readily address any concerns.
Palmer Park is located at 910 Merrill Plaisance St. in Detroit.
2nd Annual LGBT Community Chat with Detroit Police Dept. LGBT Liaison
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