MIAMI — A message of unity in the heart of South Florida brought dozens together for a march through Miami.

Participants started at the Freedom Tower and took a 45-minute walk toward the Unity Line in Brickell.

The march began with community groups from across Miami, with Miami Mayor Francis Suarez helping lead the “We Are United” march.

The event was organized by Mosaic Miami and aimed to bring people from different faiths, cultures and backgrounds together for a shared purpose: connection.

Organizers say the goal is simple -- turning shared space into shared understanding.

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, organizers say the event is a reminder that unity starts at the community level.

“We’re both together 47 organizations in Miami, who said enough is enough,” said Matthew Anderson of Mosaic Miami. “We need to show the nation that were stronger together. Gathering like this are not happening across our country. With all the conflict going on we have Jews, Muslim, Christians, people who have no faith coming together. People reach across the aisle because we all have a steak in this community to survive,” said Matthew Anderson of Mosaic Miami.

This marks the third year for the event, and organizers say it continues to grow each year.

Miami unity march brings together diverse communities in Brickell

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