GSBA Capitol Hill Safety Webinar: Meet The LGBTQ+ Liason Officer
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (PST)
Description
Capitol Hill Safety Webinar
Join GSBA for a timely webinar focused on neighborhood safety, real-time updates from the East Precinct, and what Capitol Hill businesses and community members should know right now.
This session features SPD LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer Haden Barton, who will share insights on current safety trends, precinct updates, and ongoing community-focused efforts in Capitol Hill—followed by Q&A.
What We’ll Cover
Featured Speaker
Officer Haden Barton is the Seattle Police Department’s LGBTQ+ community liaison and has worked at the East Precinct since joining SPD in 2019. Born and raised in South Carolina, he has long been committed to advocacy, open dialogue, and community connection.
He studied Media Arts and Psychology at the University of South Carolina and partnered with Campus Pride, a national nonprofit focused on creating a safer environment for LGBTQ+ students. After graduation, he worked for Campus Pride in North Carolina—continuing advocacy work on a national stage.
“The East Precinct is my home. It is where I have been my entire career. I know this community and I am excited to be here.”
This conversation is part of GSBA’s ongoing commitment to neighborhood connection, transparency, and community safety in Capitol Hill.
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