BRISBANE, Queensland, Aug. 18 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release:
Queensland Police Service (QPS) is proud to share our third Multicultural Queensland Month Senior Police Liaison Officer (SPLO) spotlight, highlighting the inspiring story of SPLO Tial Hlawnching, a dedicated community leader, youth mentor and advocate for change.
SPLO Hlawnching is a proud Hakha speaking Chin man, born in the Chin state of Myanmar, who moved to Queensland with his family in 2011 as a refugee seeking safety, and a new beginning.
Growing up, he was aware of the negative interactions many in his community had experienced with law enforcement in his country.
These experiences left lasting impacts not only on individuals, but acro...