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We’ve reimagined what public safety could look like—now it’s time to redefine it for our communities. In Seattle, we're interrupting violence, dismantling inequities, and investing in infrastructure. Swipe to learn more about the work happening in Seattle. #PublicSafetyRedefined

The DOJ adds five new cities to the National Public Safety Partnership in its ongoing effort to reduce violence & build safer communities. As PSP marks 10 years, this milestone reminds us: collaboration is key to real change. Learn more: tinyurl.com/DOJ12424

The 14th Annual Rumble, Young Man, Rumble honored Muhammad Ali's legacy by empowering young men, boys, and leaders. Just like Ali, we have to move with confidence, conviction, dedication, respect, giving and spirituality. #RYMR14 alicenter.org

Join us in welcoming our newest team member, Courtney Scott from Baton Rouge, LA. She is our new Director of Narrative Change and will help us further push the nation to shift their perspective on young Black men & boys & their communities. Welcome to the team watchcourtwork!

"...Just like the opioid epidemic, COVID-19, and other public health emergencies, gun violence requires a public health approach at the community level to resolve." Read more at tinyurl.com/TGH112024

Shout out to the @RussellPromise Team for their support at a Louisville giveaway! Your support in local efforts makes a huge difference and makes the Russell neighborhood a little more safe, healthy, and hopeful. Learn more about RPOP and their work at russellpromise.com

Earlier this month, the One City Basketball League held a tournament with teams of made by violence intervention groups. Basketball tournaments can be a form of violence prevention and building community as well. Could this work in your city? Learn more at tinyurl.com/Chicago12924

The Gun Violence Memorial Project is an excellent example of how art and culture can help change the narrative around gun violence. This humanizes the data when we think about the over 125 lives taken everyday due to gun violence in the U.S. Learn more at tinyurl.com/PBS12224

Last week, we celebrated our Annual Holiday Party in DC, uniting partners and advocates for a night of joy and connection. Special shoutout to Brady | United Against Gun Violence, Dr. Chico Tillmon, & @citiesunited for showing your support. Huge thanks to The Gathering Spot for hosting us!

Happy Birthday to Andria Smith, our Administrative Assistant! Andria's sense of humor, positive attitude, and welcoming presence makes a lasting impact across our network. We are grateful to spend another trip around the sun with you. Happy Birthday!

Send some birthday joy to Cassandra Webb, our Director of Russell: Place of Promise! Happy Birthday, Cassandra!

Join us in congratulating Cities United Network Members that were accepted into Cohort 3 of CVILA, a first-of-its-kind program to train community violence intervention leaders from across America. Learn more about CVILA Cohort 3 at tinyurl.com/CVILACohort3.

Send some (early) birthday joy to Rachel Askew, our Senior Associate of Young Leader Programming! Happy Birthday, Rachel!

TOMORROW: Join J. Reid, our Director of Storytelling, for a webinar on Building Community Resiliency Through Storytelling with the CDC's Division of Violence Prevention. Register: ow.ly/wMrp50UGh2o

Join us in celebrating the birthday of our Executive Director, Anthony Smith. Anthony's leadership, light, and limitless vision serve as inspiration to our network every day. We are grateful to spend another trip around the sun with you.

We are excited to announce our new Deputy of People and Culture, Arnitta Holliman. With her experience and care for network, Arnitta will support our team and network as we build towards safe, healthy, and hopeful communities for young Black men and boys, and their families.

This month, we celebrate Black History, and we celebrate ourselves. Our past has given us building blocks and a pathway to the future we want to see. While we honor history this month, we are also making it.

Join us in welcoming our newest team member, Marcus Ellis, from Washington, DC. Marcus brings a wealth of experience with municipal jurisdictions and national partners as our new Deputy of Impact. Welcome to the team Marcus!

Happy 60th Birthday to the phenomenal @ericafordnyc! As the founder of LIFE Camp, Inc., Erica has dedicated over three decades to transforming communities and championing peace. Her unwavering commitment has empowered countless individuals, breaking cycles of violence and

Happy Birthday Justin! The man that is constantly showing us that storytelling is more than words, it’s about legacy, memory, movement, and meaning. We’re grateful to be on this journey of building safe, healthy, and hopeful communities with you. Happy Birthday!