As Black History Month marches on, the Greenwood Police Department is highlighting its dedication to honoring African American heritage and actively engaging in the historical reflection of its community. Emphasizing inclusivity, the department's recent social media post, which can be found on their Facebook page, reaffirms its commitment to serving all constituents with "respect, integrity, and accountability."
In what might be critiqued as an effort to more positively engage with the community, the Greenwood Police Department is not only acknowledging the overarching history of African Americans, but also the specific contributions of Greenwood's own Dr. Benjamin E. Mays. His influence, particularly on education and civil rights, is to be openly celebrated and used to educate. The historic site dedicated to Mays is seen as tangible evidence of Greenwood's ongoing commitment to remembrance and educational growth.
The Department's message clearly states, "We are proud to be part of a community that preserves and honors its history, including the legacy of Dr. Benjamin E. Mays." This sentiment was shared alongside images from the Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Historic Site, which presumably depict the site's efforts to immortalize Mays' work and its educational objectives.
In a demonstration of looking both back and ahead, the Greenwood Police Department reiterates, "Together, we honor the past and work toward a stronger future."
