LGBTQ+

The Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) is committed to the safe, fair and respectful treatment of all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ+) residents and visitors. BSO’s LGBTQ+ Liaison Committee mission is to strengthen the relationship between the LGBTQ+ community and BSO by creating mutual trust and confidence through community involvement and departmental education.

The LGBTQ+ Liaison Committee consists of employees from departments across BSO.

The LGBTQ+ Liaison Committee will:

• Serve as a personal point of contact between BSO and the LGBTQ+ community.
• Assist, advise, and consult with BSO leadership and other deputies on cases involving the LGBTQ+ community or LGBTQ+ issues.
• Collaborate with the Training Division for ongoing education related to the LGBTQ+ community.
• Meet with business owners, community groups, and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community to discuss public safety matters.
• Provide a direct line of communication to discuss concerns regarding crimes directed against the LGBTQ+ community.
• Attend events in the LGBTQ+ community as a representative of BSO.
• Collaborate with community leaders, residents, and businesses to design and implement projects and programs to establish a closer, more effective dialogue between the Broward Sheriff's Office and the LGBTQ+ community.
• Any other activities as designated by the Sheriff or designee.
  

For more information, please contact the LGBTQ+ Liaison Committee at LGBTQ@sheriff.org.