Officer Vanessa Gonzalez, a dedicated member of the City of Miami Police Department for 8.5 years, has excelled in various roles including patrol, beat officer, Neighborhood Resource Officer and her current assignment as the LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer. Becoming MPD’s first full time LGBTQ+  Liaison, her commitment to building positive relationships with community members and stakeholders, along with her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, has made her a beloved figure in the neighborhood. She has made significant contributions, including training officers, advocating for LGBTQ+ initiatives, and serving as Vice Chair to the South Florida Law Enforcement LGBTQ Coalition. Vanessa, is part of MPD’s Peer Support team and for the Miami-Dade Multi-Agency Peer Support team. She is happily married to her wife, Lisa and is a parent to Oliver, Anthony and Kailyn, their three teenagers, and Zen, the family dog. She continues to make a positive impact in the community.