Hey, Blue!

What if your local municipality came to you and asked you to help them choose the officers that are going to serve and protect you? Would you? Shout out to the Schenectady Police Department, Chief Eric S. Clifford and Activist William Rivas for their creation of the Community Advisory Panel that does just that. https://lnkd.in/eJBtvKZA Through #Community and #Connection we can bring #Change #Heyblue #Bethechange #police #policebrutaility #copwatch #relationalpolicing *********We ALL work together to keep each other safe.*******

Do kids even care about their interactions with cops? The truth is, they’re shaped by every experience—good or bad. Positive encounters can inspire trust and understanding, while negative ones can leave a lasting impact. At Hey, Blue! we find the officers across the United States having positive impacts in their community. Let’s work together to create more positive moments that matter! #Communuty #Connection #Change #HeyBlue #YouthVoices #BuildingTrust #PositiveInteractions #police #policebrutality #copwatch

We are super proud of our Empowerly interns and what they accomplished this summer. You can learn more about Hey, Blue! the incredible team of Interns and the work that we have been able to accomplish here: https://heyblue.us/team #Community #Connection #Change #Heyblue

Introducing the Hey, Blue! Mobile App! Imagine this: a mobile platform that empowers you to: Engage directly with local officers in real-time Earn points by participating in community activities Redeem points for rewards like food, diapers, or even paying down municipal penalties Officers earn points too—but they donate theirs to local charities, strengthening their bond with the community! Want Hey, Blue! to come to YOUR community? It’s simple: Like this post Share with friends & family Comment "COMMUNITY" + your location below! Together, we can make every neighborhood a place of trust, respect, and safety. Let’s build bridges, not barriers! #HeyBlue #CommunityFirst #BuildTrust #SaferTogether #community #connection #change

Mentorship happens in many ways and in many forms. Listen on how impactful Mentorship is and how it is a great way to recruit and retain good officers. We at Hey, Blue! feel that every officer should be a mentor to children in the community that they serve. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America What do you think? #positiveinteractions #relationalpolicing #bethechange #Community #Connection #Change #Heyblue #fypppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp

Today the Hey, Blue LEAD Brevard CAP TEAM is giving their presentation on the incredible work and impact we had over the past couple of months working with the Cocoa Police Department and the Cocoa community. I am so proud of them and the tremendous impact we had. If you have a moment go to LEAD Brevard’s page and check out the presentation LIVE RIGHT NOW. https://lnkd.in/e3YRdVBr #Community #Connection #Change #Heyblue

(Part 2) When you walk into a store and find the beauty care section for minorities locked, it sends a powerful message. It isn’t just an oversight; it’s a reality many face. When we connect and start talking, the conversations can sometimes go to places we don't expect. It's ok for us not to have all the answers. The fact that we are willing to listen and learn another perspective is the shared humanity and respect we are all searching for. Through #Community and #Connection we can bring #Change. #Heyblue

(Part 2) When you walk into a store and find the beauty care section for minorities locked, it sends a powerful message. It isn’t just an oversight; it’s a reality many face. When we connect and start talking, the conversations can sometimes go to places we don't expect. It's ok for us not to have all the answers. The fact that we are willing to listen and learn another perspective is the shared humanity and respect we are all searching for. #community #connection #change #heyblue #bethechange #empathy #communitypolicing #relationalpolicing

When we connect and start talking, the conversations can sometimes go to places we don't expect. It's ok for us not to have all the answers. The fact that we are willing to listen and learn another perspective is the shared humanity and respect we are all searching for. #bethechange #Community #connection #Change #RepresentationMatters #SpeakUp #HeyBlue #fyp

The Hey, Blue! Newsletter #4. Created for students by students. Why? Kids these days need to know that we can disagree and still respect each other as human beings. Don't think it's possible? Hear the story of Daryl Davis. If he can do it, so can you. Sign up to receive the newsletter directly to your inbox here: https://lnkd.in/exyKr__g #Community #Connection #Change #Heyblue