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Miami-Dade 'Teen Talks' Program Is Fostering Dialogue Between Police And Local Youth - Blavity

South Florida authorities are setting out to connect with Miami youth through a program dubbed “ Teen Talks ,” which focuses on helping the groups better understand each other.

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