Economic disparities, different treatment by authorities on people of color, and lack of cultural representation in leadership positions in government and business, among other happenings have served as the impetus for today’s topic. The 200+ Men believes that the current state of relations in the body politic can be improved when we engage in open and honest discussions on matters of concern to all of us. This program is part of our commitment to provide opportunities for substantive dialogue to occur.

The recent death of George Floyd and other black men and women at the hands of police officers have led to mass protests, increased media attention, calls for criminal justice reform and greater accountability from law enforcement. These incidents have further eroded trust and strained relations between police and the communities they have sworn to protect. This panel will examined ways to restore trust and bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community.