“This past summer was the least violent Chicago has seen in over 60 years. That’s not an accident – it’s the result of community violence intervention being part of Chicago’s overall public safety strategy." Read about CVI advocates at City Hall here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/community-viol…

APPLY NOW: The Metropolitan Peace Academy Management and Supervision Fellowship application has opened for the second cohort of current mid-level management Community Violence Intervention leaders! MPA graduates learn more, share and apply here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/mpa-fellowship/

"[W]e're investing the in the stability of our neighborhoods, the dignity of our people and the future of our city." Domonique McCord our Chief Program Officer. Learn more about Metropolitan Peace Initiatives here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/our-work/

Are you a graduate of the Metropolitan Peace Academy? Learn more about our Management and Supervision Fellowship! Applications are open now. metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/mpa-fellowship/

#CVIRead 'Hundreds turn out for job fair on South Side of Chicago amid national rise in layoffs' via CBS cbsnews.com/chicago/news/e…

“As we stand together, let us proclaim a truth that cannot be extinguished, love wins,” Kostecki said. #CVIDailyRead 'Domestic violence awareness month kicks off with Tinley Park vigil, before holiday spike in cases' via @ChicagoTribune chicagotribune.com/2025/10/02/dom…

"The work [women in community violence intervention] do is just as important. They deserve to be celebrated and cared for." Tina Cooper said at @UltaBeauty's Day of Beauty at the Metropolitan Peace Academy! Read our full story when you click here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/a-day-of-care-…

"We do not want or need ICE nor CBP agents or National Guard troops destabilizing our communities and potentially setting back our ongoing efforts to prevent violence in Chicago." Read our full statement on current times here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/wp-content/upl…

Calling all Illinois peacemakers! Do you bring harmony, healing, or hope to your neighborhood? Whether through teaching, acts of kindness, or community organizing, your story matters. Applications for the 2026 Peace Portraits open October 20! illinoispeaceproject.org/peace-portrait…

Our Executive Director @vaughnderrick recently spoke to @WBEZChicago about current conversations surrounding peacekeepers. Listen now! #Chicago #ChicagoPeace #ChicagoCommuity #MPIChicago #WhatisCVI #CVIWorks #Community #Peace #CVI

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. At Metropolitan Peace Initiatives, we know that true community work includes care, healing, and support. This month and every month, we stand with survivors and families.

Do you teach in your community? Do you grow food for your neighbors? Are you an Illinois changemaker ready to inspire? Apply to the 2026 Peace Portraits on October 20th! Share your peace-building story and be honored as part of our visual series. illinoispeaceproject.org/peace-portrait…

Calling all MPA Graduates! The Metropolitan Peace Academy Management and Supervision Fellowship application is open. Learn more about a specialized training program for current mid-level management Community Violence Intervention (CVI) leaders here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/mpa-fellowship/

"[T]he core of the Stick Talk model: building trust, then providing the support and resources so that (hopefully) a young person does not need to carry a gun in the first place." #CVIDailyRead via The R Street rstreet.org/commentary/sti…

"When you look at economic wealth gaps between under-resourced Black and Brown communities... versus well-resourced communities, you see the role housing plays for residents as a buffer during the stresses..." #CVIDailyRead via @PhysiciansWeekly physiciansweekly.com/post/qa-trauma…

Do you teach in your community? Do you grow food for your neighbors? Are you an Illinois changemaker ready to inspire? Apply to the 2026 Peace Portraits! Applications open October 20th! illinoispeaceproject.org/peace-portrait…

“Safety doesn’t come from programs alone; it comes from shared commitment. Together, we can move from Illinois reacting to harm to investing in healing.” Tony Woods said at this year's One Aim Illinois Coalition Summit. #CVIDailyRead metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/public-equity-…

Today the MPA team celebrated Field Manager Reggie Woods. Reggie doesn't always say much, but his presence is always felt through his demonstration of leadership, being a team player and peer supporter. We appreciate you Reggie, respectfully!

“This is about gun violence prevention, awareness and keeping people safe.” #CVIDailyRead 'New Student Organization Brings Gun Violence Prevention to Campus' via The Loyola Phoenix loyolaphoenix.com/2025/10/new-st…

APPLY NOW: The Metropolitan Peace Academy is now accepting applications for its second cohort of the Metropolitan Peace Academy Management and Supervision Fellowship! Share the news with a graduate of the MPA! Learn more here > metropolitanpeaceinitiatives.org/mpa-fellowship/