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Right now, the city of Chicago is focused more than ever on stemming the tide of gun violence. We've been working on and investing in strategies to create safer and more just communities for a long time. In this Crain's Chicago Business op-ed, our President & CEO Ellen Alberding presents a clear, proven ecosystem of strategies that have effectively reduced gun violence in major cities--we know that Chicago can have the same success with full commitment to implementing these strategies too. In fact, we're hosting a 3-part series starting July 25th to explore this broader approach to addressing gun violence and finding solutions in Chicago. Click the link to read Ellen's op-ed and to learn more about our forthcoming series, “Ending Gun Violence in Chicago: Connecting Policy, Practice and Community.” #PublicSafety #CommunityEngagement #Chicago #GunViolencePrevention #PublicPolicy #CommunityViolenceIntervention https://lnkd.in/dsd9ep8r

Only in America are communities haunted by the daily occurrence of gun violence. Gunshots rattle our neighborhoods every 11 minutes, leaving residents grappling with trauma and long-standing hardships that fuel the rise in shootings. This violence is a devastating epidemic. But it is preventable. Community violence intervention (CVI) programs are channeling resources back into communities to foster unity and invest in the next generation. Amidst tragedy and injustice, CVI programs are providing a path towards safety and healing. Learn how CVI programs are providing hope from the voices of change on the frontlines of America’s gun violence epidemic:

Gun violence is not normal, and Americans do not need to accept it as such.  We have the tools, strategies, and people to prevent daily tragedies resulting from this violence. But for too long, the federal government has dramatically underspent on proven community-based programs that address the root causes of gun violence, while spending billions in reactive interventions after harmful and fatal incidents have already occurred. It’s time for a proactive approach. Tell Congress to pass the Break the Cycle of Violence Act now to provide federal grants for community violence intervention programs.

Concerned about Boston's well-being! Check out this insightful Q&A article with District 4 City Councilor Brian Worrell, where he discusses strategies for tackling gun violence and enhancing public safety in vulnerable communities. https://lnkd.in/g8YtK3hD City of Boston #PublicSafety #GunViolence"

"Our youth are the long-term plan and approach to preventing future gun violence from spreading." In honor of Gun Violence Prevention Month, The Community Foundation is highlighting the work and mission of peacemakers who are working to empower children, youth and adults to build stronger, safer communities. We asked the TRIGGER Project to share how they are using positive youth development to prevent gun violence. https://ow.ly/TQJV50Sl9Om

Gun violence is the leading cause of death in the U.S.--over motor vehicles and cancer. People are scared to leave their homes and fear they will lose a loved one. This is part of the ripple effect gun violence has on society at large. Gun violence is a public health crisis that deserves a public health solution. Community violence intervention is part of that solution. https://lnkd.in/ez4BUZ7U teny oded gross Communities Partnering 4 Peace (CP4P) Metropolitan Peace Initiatives #SupportCVI #endgunviolence

Why are so many people feeling the effects of trauma today? One big reason: gun violence. It's hitting communities of color hardest and we can't look away. Gun violence is linked with deep issues like unfair social systems, poverty, and injustice. It's more than just a safety problem; it's a health emergency. This article details the steps Boston is taking that include plans that focus on people, but we need to do this everywhere. #GunViolencePrevention #publichealth https://lnkd.in/eWuqTcms

American Communities Project homes in on the geographic distribution of mass shootings and how this intersects with issue importance and gun culture in America. The Northeast, Upper Midwest, South, and Southwest were more adversely affected than other areas in 2023, based on GVA statistics. Our analysis shows that more diverse communities had a greater number of mass shootings and made up a greater percentage of the total. Crime or gun violence ranks as a top issue for urban-oriented as well as diverse communities, including the African American South, Big Cities, Urban Suburbs, and College Towns, according to the recent American Communities Project/Ipsos Study. https://lnkd.in/e4xDAJxY #gunviolence #communities

We decided to tackle gun violence against youth in Minneapolis, and the State of Minnesota, in a collaborative effort involving Change Starts With Community, this has led to the creation of the Youth Group Violence Intervention (YGVI) program. In partnership with the City of Minneapolis Neighborhood Safety Department and Hennepin County, DOC, Safe Communities, and Hennepin County Attorneys Office with local law enforcement agencies. This initiative is pioneering a unique approach using a "2 Gen approach" to tackle the issue at a national level. Launched as a pilot in Minneapolis and Hennepin County, the focus is on preventing further fatalities and retaliation among youth entrenched in groups, offering them an alternative to the cycle of violence. The overarching goal is to ensure these young individuals remain "Safe, Alive, and Free." Change Starts With Community facilitates this initiative, providing enriching experiences such as nutritional education and career-focused field trips supported by the Cargill Foundation. Additionally, the program offers agricultural exposure and stipend jobs for economic exposure with additional partners. Remarkably, in the inaugural year, "YGVI" achieved a noteworthy accomplishment with a zero percent death rate and zero recidivism rate among the youth participants. Emphasizing the significance of collaborative mentorship and financial investments in our youth, this initiative aims to curb gun violence and safeguard the future of these young individuals. #doingthework #violenceprevention #publicsafety #cvi #cityofminneapolis #Hennepincounty