Podcasts about community violence

Today, we're discussing the tragic murder of Austin Metcalf — a case that's not just heartbreaking but deeply revealing of a larger cultural crisis we need to address head-on. I'll be sharing my raw thoughts on what happened, and more importantly, having the uncomfortable (but necessary) conversation surrounding crime statistics in the black community.If we're ever going to see real change — fewer senseless killings, safer neighborhoods, and stronger families — then we have to stop tiptoeing around the truth. It's time to talk about why these patterns keep repeating and what cultural shifts must happen to break the toxic and deadly cycle.This isn't about hate — it's about accountability, truth, and the fight for life, stability, and genuine justice.—https://policecoffee.com/?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACG7qmLTSF8TidU6uJpGkHMYzxsnd&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vPh4GA_6w_PdX8w4PW0sRhPD76KOyhYBmiEOdpiLXHP1G10c9kaPMEaAkK-EALw_wcB

Gun violence is now a leading cause of death in many demographics but how do you intervene when many of the underlying causes don't have anything to do with guns in the first place?In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Lori Toscano, Director of Justice Technical Assistance at WestEd, discusses using data analytics and machine learning to identify and address risk and protective factors for community violence. The conversation covers a new framework, the Violence Prevention Navigation Framework (VPNF), that leverages 70 community-level indicators to guide deeper root cause analysis and to prioritize interventions. Lori emphasizes intersectoral collaboration, historical community disinvestment, and primary prevention strategies to create systemic change. The episode showcases innovative tools to drive better understanding and actionable recommendations for improving community safety.References for Our Discussion◼️WestEd◼️Violence Prevention Navigation Framework (VPNF)Guest◼️Lori ToscanoHost(s) & Producer(s)◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®Production Notes◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music RoomSubscribe to the NewsletterSubscribe to The Insight newsletter so you don't miss out on the latest podcast episodes, live events, job skills, learning opportunities, and other engaging professional development content here.Leave Us Some FeedbackIf you enjoy our podcasts, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and spread the word to your friends to help us get discovered by more people. You can also interact directly with the podcast episodes on Spotify using the new “comment” feature! We'd love to hear what you think.Send us a Text Message to let us know what you think.

Policing may not be enough to stop gun violence. To some, community violence intervention may be the answer, especially amongst young people. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore spotlights a webinar done by the University of Chicago Crime Lab to discuss why this practice works to prevent gun violence in Chicago.

The Cleveland Peacemakers Alliance is an independent, neighborhood-based organization dedicated to maintaining peace and keeping young people out of gangs. Through grassroots efforts, the organization utilizes community violence intervention targeting individuals ages 14-24 who face the highest risk of being involved in gun violence. The organization provides a range of services, including court advocacy, hospital-based programs, employment opportunities, mental health services, and more.rnrnSince 2020, Myesha Watkins has led Cleveland Peacemakers Inc. She is a licensed social worker, youth development professional, and violence prevention expert. In 2021, Myesha was selected to participate in Mayor-elect Justin Bibb's transition team and public safety committee. Then in 2022, she was invited to the White House and recognized for her work in violence prevention by President Joe Biden. Earlier this year, she was invited back to the White House after she graduated from the inaugural cohort of the University of Chicago Crime Lab's Community Violence Intervention Leadership Academy.

The rise of community violence has become an alarming issue in many areas, impacting the daily lives of residents, law enforcement, hospital personnel, and the overall health of neighborhoods. As these incidents increase, they bring with them a host of health (and life) problems that extend beyond immediate safety concerns. Understanding the causes and effects is crucial for developing effective strategies to restoring peace and stability, and breaking the cycle of community violence. And in Episode 16, to help us understand all of this, we are joined by Kentral Galloway, Director of the Next Step Program in Minneapolis.The Next Step Program is dedicated to providing resources and immediate support to survivors of community violence. Kentral and his team are also instrumental in deterring future violence and fostering positive healing and a better future for those individuals and families affected. We'll have a candid conversation about what is happening in our communities, and share some of the intervention and prevention strategies that are being implemented to help curb these disturbing trends. You'll even learn how "narrative medicine" can be a helpful elixir. It's an important topic, so please join us!Got a question for the doc or a comment on the show?Email - healthymatters@hcmed.orgCall - 612-873-TALK (8255)Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

On this episode of Deep Cuts, one of our most powerful and personal episodes yet, our guest is Dr. Abdullah Pratt, Assistant Professor and Emergency Medicine Physician at the University of Chicago Medical Center and Faculty Director of Community Engagement at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Pratt shares how his experiences as a lifelong resident of the South Side of Chicago have shaped his career as a physician at the University of Chicago's level one trauma center. He discusses the systemic roots of violence and the inequities in how solutions to violence are funded. He also describes the grassroots community violence prevention initiatives he leads, working to inspire more youth to become leaders as well.Known as “Dee,” Dr. Pratt's goal has always been to have a career advocating for underserved communities and addressing systemic healthcare disparities. As an Emergency Medicine physician, he continues to vigorously work to improve health literacy and emergency preparedness through teaching South-Side residents how to properly respond to cardiac arrests, penetrating traumas (gunshot victims), and strokes prior to the arrival of medical assistance.To learn more about and support MEDCEEP, you can visit their website at medceep.com. “Deep Cuts” comes to you from the Department of Surgery at the University of Chicago which is located on Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi land.Our senior producer is Tony Liu. Our host is Dr. Anthony Douglas. Our producers are Alia Abiad, Caroline Montag, and Chuka Onuh. Our editor and production coordinator is Nihar Rama. The intro song you hear at the beginning of our show is “Love, Money Part 2” from Chicago's own Sen Morimoto off of Sooper Records. A special thanks this week to our guest, Dr. Abdullah Pratt. We'd also like to thank all of our listeners for supporting the show. Let us know -- what have you most enjoyed about our podcast? Where do you see room for improvement? You can reach out to us on Instagram or X at @deepcutssurgery. You can also learn more about our podcast and team at our website, https://deepcuts.surgery.uchicago.edu/.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

We delve into the disturbing incident involving Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel who was tragically stabbed in the face. We explore the broader implications of this violent act, discussing the role of media labeling in shaping public perception and the growing concern over escalating violence within our community. Join us as we offer insights and discuss potential pathways forward to address and mitigate these troubling trends. This episode not only sheds light on a specific local tragedy but also prompts a broader discussion on safety, community resilience, and the power of media narratives.

Join the City Club's Youth Forum Council for the LAST youth led forum of the 2023-2024 school year. The forum will focus on how violence in our communities can have an impact on our mental health. During the discussion, strategies will be shared on how to process the feelings that arise when violence occurs in our communities.rnrnIn collaboration with the Cleveland International Film Festival, we will also be screening a short film entitled "Quiet Minds, Silent Streets". The film centers around a community that is plagued with gun violence in the Greater Toronto Area, looking for ways to cope after a beloved 17 year old boy is murdered. When they find an unlikely solution proposed in a TEDxTalk on mindfulness and meditation, they decide to bring it to the community in an effort to heal.

One person has been arrested and taken into custody after two men were found dead and three others were injured from a 100-person mass brawl in Gisborne on Saturday night.  Police Minister Mark Mitchell flew to Gisborne to assist the mayor and police. Mitchell tells Mike Hosking that there is a large gang presence in the area but police are very effective at policing the issue. Mitchell reiterated that this incident was not a gang conflict.  Hosking also questions Mitchell on police pay negotiations and a lack of police action over community violence.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Some points about trauma coming from community violence and my own experience and something recent I suggested as a solution. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/benjamin-allen-belzer/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/benjamin-allen-belzer/support

The CDC has stated that community violence is at a critical level and a real threat to public health in the United States. In this last episode of the series, Dr. Jason Stopyra, the Enterprise Director of Workplace Violence Mitigation for Advocate Health, delves into the rising issue of violence in communities and its impact on healthcare settings. Dr. Stopyra focuses on the critical need for healthcare systems to partner with the community in addressing violence as a public health threat, exploring successful strategies like homegrown community groups that involve healthcare leaders, clergy, barbers, and law enforcement working collaboratively to reduce violence's impact. Jason discusses the lasting trauma healthcare workers face when dealing with victims of community violence and stresses the importance of trust, which is a foundational element in patient care that, when missing, leads to increased fear and anxiety. Dr. Stopyra also mentions the significance of kindness in rebuilding trust and talks about the use of advanced technology, such as mass weapon detection systems, as a practical approach to improving security without compromising the healthcare environment's warmth.  Tune in and learn about the intersection of community violence and healthcare, recognizing the value of a safety culture in providing the best patient care! Resources: Connect with and follow Dr. Jason Stopyra on LinkedIn. Follow Advocate Health on LinkedIn. Explore Advocate Health's Website! Learn more about Advocate Health's Resident Wellbeing resources here!

In response to the surge of new listeners, we want to highlight our first episode. Long-time health, science and technology journalist, and founder of PACEs Connection, Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection's CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

In response to the surge of new listeners, we want to highlight our first episode. Long-time health, science and technology journalist, and founder of PACEs Connection, Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection's CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

In response to the surge of new listeners, we want to highlight our first episode. Long-time health, science and technology journalist, and founder of PACEs Connection, Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection's CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

October 31, 2023 Community Violence Intervention – moderated by Vaughn Bryant, MPI Executive Director – Jesus Salazar, Angela Hurlock and Soledad Adrianzén McGrath City Club event description: Community Violence Intervention: How the Metropolitan Peace Initiatives are Saving Lives and Reducing Gun Violence in Chicago's Highest Risk Neighborhoods The Metropolitan Peace Initiatives (MPI), a division of […]

During this episode, Ernie Cato, a 30-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department, and Eddie Bocanegra, a former gang member who founded an organization that works with young men at high risk of committing crimes, discuss their pioneering work in the field of Community Violence Intervention, an innovative approach to reducing crime and violence.

Kelly Wright talks to Bobby Kipper, founder and executive director of the National Center for Prevention of Community Violence. A law enforcement veteran explains why police and communities must adopt the behavioral science strategy of actively caring for each other in order to disrupt the process of violence. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Violence in America is out of control. Yet there are people who are working hard to prevent community violence. In this episode, Kelly Wright sits down with actress and producer Patricia McKenzie to discuss her campaign against bullying and violence. Also, Kelly talks to Rev. J.R. Thicklin, who leads Destiny By Choice—a faith-based organization raising community awareness about the prevention of domestic violence. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Three weeks ago, the University of Chicago launched the Community Violence Intervention Leadership Academy. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Dr. Chico Tillmon & Marcus McAlllister to discuss the leadership academy will focus on gun violence training from the "grass roots perspective", how that should look and more.  Dr. Chico Tillmon is the director of the Community Violence Intervention Leadership Academy   & Marcus McAllister is a nationally known speaker, consultant, and expert in the field of violence interruption.

The cities have struggled with spikes in violence since 2020. The state budget deal could give each city millions to hire coordinators for community violence reduction.

Community Connection Wednesday July 26th 2023   Conversations in Indiana African American History and Culture: Anthony Conley | FREE | Tomorrow, Thursday July 27th 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Indiana Landmarks, 1201 Central Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46202 Hosted By Freetown Village: A Living Experience in Black History Purchase Tickets: https://indianahumanities.org/.../conversations-in.../ About: "Anthony Conley, former history instructor at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, examines Black migration to Indiana in the nineteenth century."   ICAAM Community Conversations on Community Violence | Tomorrow, Thursday From 6 - 8pm | James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy 4352 North Mitthoefer Road Indianapolis, IN 46235 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../icaam-community...About: "Join ICAAM as we take a deep dive into Community Violence, statistics, what's being done to deter violence, services available & root causes"   The 166th Indiana State Fair Kicks Off This Friday July 28th & Will Be Open Until Sunday August 20th ! Opening Each Day At 9:00 AM!- Presented By The Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center *Closed Monday/Tuesdays This Year's Event Page: https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/state-fair Checkout Everything Happening This Year: Free Concerts, New Foods, Basketball Entertainment, Meet The Animals, Ways To SaveAnd So Much More!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

Devin: What is your superpower?Marcus: I have a few of them, but the one that sticks out most with me and I realized that I have optimism is such a superpower that I possess. I'm not a negative person. The cup is half full, not half empty to me.Marcus McAllister consults with governments and NGOs around the world on one singular topic: ending violence.He doesn't work on any other aspect of crime than that. Seeing it for the public health challenge it is, he works to help communities stop the spread of violence.He's become one of the most respected leaders in the country on this topic. You can see him in this photo with President Biden below.Marcus helped me see violence in a whole new way.I will ask an audience of people from all walks of life, do they believe that—people in communities across this country, specifically black and brown, disproportionately affected communities—do they believe that disrespect can get you killed? I tell you, unanimously, almost everyone raises their hand because they can all think of a situation—whether we agree with it or not—they can think of a situation where just a little disrespect turned into somebody being shot, especially with young people across this country.His follow-up is powerful:So my next question is, I ask them how many people in the room raise their hand if disrespect is against the law. Almost 99 percent of them—no one raises their hand.So we just established that everyone believes that something as simple as disrespect gets shootings that get escalated into more homicides in the inner city, and yet it's not against the law.Ponder that for a moment. Let that soak in.People are dying because of triggers that weren't crimes. Imagine the challenge for those seeking to interrupt the cycle. It's not about locking people up who are committing pre-murder crimes.If it's not against the law, but we know it can get people killed, you have to have a specialized type of work—which we do—to handle disrespect before it gets to the point of multiple homicides.So we kind of police the disrespect; we get in front of things before they happen. Be sure to watch or listen to the full episode to pull all the insights Marcus uses to prevent violence.In his remarkable work, Marcus leverages optimism and love for others as a superpower.AI Podcast Summary* Marcus McAllister is the guest on the podcast discussing his work in community violence interruption.* He has been involved in violence prevention and intervention for over 20 years.* Marcus started his career in Chicagoland working for an organization called Ceasefire, which later changed its name to Cure Violence.* His work involves diffusing conflicts in communities and using personal experience and credibility to intervene in violence.* The work aims to prevent disrespect and conflicts from escalating into homicides or multiple shootings.* Marcus emphasizes the need for specialized work in community violence intervention, separate from traditional law enforcement, due to the unique nature of diffusing conflicts.* He trains individuals in mediation, conflict resolution, risk reduction plans, and identifying high-risk individuals.* Marcus highlights the importance of optimism and love in his work, which he considers to be his superpowers.* He shares a specific example of using optimism and love to successfully resolve a conflict between two individuals who had engaged in violence.* Marcus can be reached through his website, McAllisterConsult.com, or on Instagram @marcusmcall. He is available for consultation and training on community violence intervention.How to Develop Optimism As a Superpower“I don't have anybody's major degree, but I've been to the White House,” Marcus says. “I've been a keynote speaker at Yale Law School.” He credits his optimism and love for his fellow man for helping him achieve such success.He shared an anecdote about preventing a violent response to a violent act that likely saved at least one life.I had a situation years ago where a guy had beat a guy upside the head with a pistol real bad, and he reached out to me. At this point, he was trying to see if I would—if I call myself a violence interrupter, a peacemaker, “Here's your opportunity.” He explained to me what happened. The individual that he had beat upside the head with a pistol, he didn't want that guy to come back to kill him, or he didn't want to have to kill him if he did. But yet, he was the one that was the aggressor. So I knew both parties involved. That was the work we do. That's the work we train on. That's why I said native to the community. I remember going and talkinh to the guy that had been hit upside the head bad with this pistol. I thought to myself, what am I to tell somebody who had just been hit upside the head? Most people want to get back. But all I could think about was trying to pull the positive out to him and let him see how things won, how they could have been worse, how they can get worse. I mean, not that I was condoning him getting hit, but he could have been dead. We know of other situations. They both were intoxicated with alcohol. We know a situation like that don't always just have to wind end up with someone… Hey, and thank God that I'm even here to talk to you.So, I found myself in a positive situation, just talking to both sides, letting them know that they were friends, letting them know that things could have been much worse. We have the opportunity now. No one's shot. No one's, you know... Yes, you're bruised up. It's more so your pride. Your pride is more bruised than anything. It wasn't something life-threatening where he lost an arm or couldn't hear anymore. As hard as it is, you have to believe in your superpower. So you have to be able to still find positive things and tell them. Most people say they don't want to hear that. I don't want to hear that. If you have the right superpower and you're able to do it, they will hear it. For now, your superpower will break down their power of thinking that there's nothing nobody can tell me. So all I did was take the time to point out all the positives. These two individuals are friends today. But it wasn't like an overnight thing. That's one story.Marcus offers some tips for developing positivity and love as superpowers:* He believes that training your mind and brain to seek the positive, even when you don't feel like it, is beneficial in the long run.* Finding the good can be practiced and strengthened over time, just like any skill.* Marcus gives an example of missing a flight and finding the silver linings in it rather than dwelling on the negative.* He advises practicing finding the good in all situations, no matter how small until it becomes second nature.* By doing so, one can respond positively even in more serious situations, such as losing a job, because they have built resilience through practicing on smaller issues.By following Marcus's example and advice, you can develop optimism as a superpower that will enable you to do more good in the world.Guest-Provided ProfileMarcus McAllister (he/him):CEO/ Founder, McAllister Consultancy & Training LLC. (MC&T))About McAllister Consultancy & Training LLC. (MC&T)): McAllister Consultancy and Training LLC.(MC&T) specializing but not limited to all things Community Violence Intervention & Prevention (CVIP). With over 20 years of community work and working in the violence intervention & prevention space, Marcus McAllister launched MC&T to help groups/cities interested in learning about doing violence Intervention & prevention work.MC&T has provided an array of training and technical assistance (TTA) to over 100 communities in over four countries. The services are adapted to each community based on the needs and capacity of the local partners. MC&T's goal is to provide quality TTA services for community, city, state, and federal partners to assist in ending the violence epidemic.  Even within a single locality, the crisis of violence is constantly evolving, with new groups involved, new technologies and different methods used, a” d “hot spot” locations changing regularly. Additionally, the scientific understanding of effective methods for identifying and treating people at highest risk for involvement in violence is rapidly advancing. Interventions that remain static lose their effectiveness. Programming must continually explore new, more effective methods. Few jurisdictions can do this without help from expert advisors. Training and technical assistance (TTA) providers, like MC&T, who are continually learning and evaluating the effectiveness of their services, can provide access to advancements in violence prevention and intervention work and respond to a diverse set of issues. Website: www.mcallisterconsult.comBiographical Information: Marcus McAllister of McAllister Consultancy and Training (MC&T) is a nationally known speaker, consultant, and expert in the field of community violence interruption. From 2005 until 2020, his work as a former National Training Director & Implementation Specialist for Cure Violence Global has helped the organization achieve its worldwide accolades, which include it being one of the top 9 global NGOs and the number 1 NGO focused primarily on violence prevention.Marcus was selected to receive the WARRIOR award from the King of Kings Foundation in New York City in June 2015. He was also awarded a New York State Assembly proclamation in recognition of his dedication and commitment to stopping violence in New York City, across the US and globally.Marcus is a board member for the Black & Brown Peace Coalition as well an advisory board member for EverytSafety'sGun Safety's Support Fund.Today, Marcus runs McAllister Consultancy & Training. Building off a legacy of relationships and expertise in the field of CVI Programs, and his expertise being a part of multiple evaluations with positive outcomes in the United States and abroad. (NY, Phil, Trinidad, Baltimore, Chi)MC&T has recently consulted and led the “Fund Peace” movement in 19 cities across the USA, spearheading the push for ARPA Dollars and convening with community and government to invest in ‘CVI” Community Violence Intervention” efforts being done across the country. Also consulting and being chosen as an SME (Subject Matter Expert) for the White House 16-jurisdiction Community Violence Intervention Collaborative (CVIC).Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/marcus-mcallister-b2b75537/Instagram Handle: @marcusmcall Superpowers for Good is a reader-supported publication. To receive early access, top-secret rewards and support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber.On July 19, 2023, we'll hold the first-ever SuperCrowdHour with an extraordinary panel I'll moderate, discussing “The Power of the Purpose Round.” The panel will include Parker Clay CEO Ian Bentley, DealMaker CEO Rebecca Kacaba and Renew VC founder Mark Hubbard. 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In response to the recent rash of mass shootings (that have mirrored July 2022), we will revisit our discussion with Timothy Hughes focused on our country's gun violence epidemic. Since 2020, America has been ravaged by a pandemic and endured political divide, nationwide protests and civil unrest. It is apparent that the collective trauma of the past three years has accelerated America's already dire gun violence crisis. However, whereas, active shooter situations and school shootings tend to dominate our mainstream news outlets, community gun violence is often not given as much attention. Community violence overwhelmingly impacts low-income communities and communities of color. Mainstream news coverage of this type of violence seldom focuses on mental health, trauma or even real solutions. Instead, violence in these communities is often viewed through the lens of culture. In this episode, our guest, Timothy Hughes, will discuss how communities can reduce gun violence and how addressing gun violence is a social justice issue.

In response to the recent rash of mass shootings (that have mirrored July 2022), we will revisit our discussion with Timothy Hughes focused on our country's gun violence epidemic. Since 2020, America has been ravaged by a pandemic and endured political divide, nationwide protests and civil unrest. It is apparent that the collective trauma of the past three years has accelerated America's already dire gun violence crisis. However, whereas, active shooter situations and school shootings tend to dominate our mainstream news outlets, community gun violence is often not given as much attention. Community violence overwhelmingly impacts low-income communities and communities of color. Mainstream news coverage of this type of violence seldom focuses on mental health, trauma or even real solutions. Instead, violence in these communities is often viewed through the lens of culture. In this episode, our guest, Timothy Hughes, will discuss how communities can reduce gun violence and how addressing gun violence is a social justice issue.

In response to the recent rash of mass shootings (that have mirrored July 2022), we will revisit our discussion with Timothy Hughes focused on our country's gun violence epidemic. Since 2020, America has been ravaged by a pandemic and endured political divide, nationwide protests and civil unrest. It is apparent that the collective trauma of the past three years has accelerated America's already dire gun violence crisis. However, whereas, active shooter situations and school shootings tend to dominate our mainstream news outlets, community gun violence is often not given as much attention. Community violence overwhelmingly impacts low-income communities and communities of color. Mainstream news coverage of this type of violence seldom focuses on mental health, trauma or even real solutions. Instead, violence in these communities is often viewed through the lens of culture. In this episode, our guest, Timothy Hughes, will discuss how communities can reduce gun violence and how addressing gun violence is a social justice issue.

When it comes to crime and violence prevention, a person who has an extensive and proven record is critical to finding solutions. My guest Bobby Kipper has vast experience in policing and as director of Virginia's Gang Reduction Program.  He established The National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence and works closely with communities, schools, and police departments to prevent and reduce violent behavior. He recently co-authored with David Hancock a new book titled Performance Driven Thinking - A Challenging Journey That Will Encourage You to Embrace the Greatest Performance of Your Life to help develop leaders. He inspires us to live our lives filled with purpose each day and to develop leaders in the public safety field. With the recent uptick in school violence, Bobby has been extremely busy as a consultant. In this episode, we discuss how we all need to be a part of reducing and preventing the violence that occurs daily and how finding our purpose and developing leadership skills is so impactful.Book: Performance Driven Thinking - A Challenging Journey That Will Encourage You to Embrace the Greatest Performance of Your LifeWebsite: www.bobbykipper.com; https://performancedriventhinking.com

This is your WORT local news for Monday, May 15.Public Health Madison and Dane County is gearing up for a second round of violence prevention grants,Meanwhile, the state's health department is launching a program to provide free training for direct care workers,And in the second half, this week in city and county meetings, we remember a radio icon a day before his 111th birthday, and two new movie reviews.

There have been 164 mass shootings in the U.S. just this year, according to the National Gun Violence Archive.As gun legislation stalls in Congress, gun violence in the U.S. continues to rise, leaving states and cities to grapple with safety measures on their own. One solution is gaining traction: community violence prevention programs. During the first four years of Baltimore's program, researchers found homicides dropped by 32 percent. They also identified some challenges these programs face.We discuss what exactly these programs do and how effective they really are. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find out how to connect with us by visiting our website.

On March 27th, 2023, a shooter entered The Covenant School, a private Christian elementary school located in Nashville, TN, and killed 3 students and 3 school personnel. Our hosts, Ingrid Cockhren and Mathew Portell, are both parents of school aged children in Nashville. Please join them as they process the tragic events of last week and how this collectively traumatic event has impacted them and the city of Nashville. Our hosts will also explore how PACEs science can be utilized to address the uniquely American trauma of school shootings. Cockhren and Portell will tackle the right questions. Why is this phenomenon so pervasive in America? How can we prevent these tragedies? What is the real impact of school shootings in communities? How can communities respond and facilitate collective healing? Please join us!

On March 27th, 2023, a shooter entered The Covenant School, a private Christian elementary school located in Nashville, TN, and killed 3 students and 3 school personnel. Our hosts, Ingrid Cockhren and Mathew Portell, are both parents of school aged children in Nashville. Please join them as they process the tragic events of last week and how this collectively traumatic event has impacted them and the city of Nashville. Our hosts will also explore how PACEs science can be utilized to address the uniquely American trauma of school shootings. Cockhren and Portell will tackle the right questions. Why is this phenomenon so pervasive in America? How can we prevent these tragedies? What is the real impact of school shootings in communities? How can communities respond and facilitate collective healing? Please join us!

On March 27th, 2023, a shooter entered The Covenant School, a private Christian elementary school located in Nashville, TN, and killed 3 students and 3 school personnel. Our hosts, Ingrid Cockhren and Mathew Portell, are both parents of school aged children in Nashville. Please join them as they process the tragic events of last week and how this collectively traumatic event has impacted them and the city of Nashville. Our hosts will also explore how PACEs science can be utilized to address the uniquely American trauma of school shootings. Cockhren and Portell will tackle the right questions. Why is this phenomenon so pervasive in America? How can we prevent these tragedies? What is the real impact of school shootings in communities? How can communities respond and facilitate collective healing? Please join us!

This weeks we speak with Thomas Abt, a research professor at the University of Maryland's Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice. We discuss several key issues: (1) what is community violence? (2) how do we go about addressing community violence? and (3) how do we disseminate research in a way that non-academics can understand?   Thomas is the founding director of the Violence Research Center. You can find him on Twitter @Abt_Thomas. Please remember to rate and review!!    

We're deep in our Winter ‘23 Pledge Drive (thank you for your support!) so Paris and Jeremy have to forego our normal format today and instead bring you an important conversation we had earlier this week with the Director or the Perkins Community Center in Boston, Troy Smith. Smith has helped many people in his community impacted by gun violence. Then he became a survivor himself.

History. Culture. Trauma. debuted this year. Our first year has been a success and we are grateful to all of our listeners. We will return in the new year with new episodes and new guests. What better way to close out this year than with our debut episode? The guest was PACEs Connection's founder, Jane Stevens. Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

History. Culture. Trauma. debuted this year. Our first year has been a success and we are grateful to all of our listeners. We will return in the new year with new episodes and new guests. What better way to close out this year than with our debut episode? The guest was PACEs Connection's founder, Jane Stevens. Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

History. Culture. Trauma. debuted this year. Our first year has been a success and we are grateful to all of our listeners. We will return in the new year with new episodes and new guests. What better way to close out this year than with our debut episode? The guest was PACEs Connection's founder, Jane Stevens. Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

In this episode, we have a conversation with two community health professionals about the role community health centers play in addressing community violence. Cheryl Seay and Wayne Clark share how they are working to improve access to health care and reduce violence in their communities. Seay and Clark are interviewed by Jillian Bird, Director of Training and Technical Assistance at the National Nurse-Led Care Consortium to support providers working at community health centers across the country. Cheryl Seay is the Program Manager for the Center for Community Health Workers at Penn Medicine at Home and is the founder of the Jarrell Christopher Seay Love and Laughter Foundation, a nonprofit focused on addressing gun violence and community health. Wayne Clark is a Health Navigator at Roots Community Health Center, Inc. He is also the founder and executive director at Oakland Impact Center, which provides innovative counseling, mentoring, skill building, violence prevention training, and more. Support for this episode comes from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It is part of an award totaling $550,000 with zero percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Plus, how intergenerational trust and communication can help bring people together to prevent further violence.

Long-time health, science and technology journalist Jane Stevens joins PACEs Connection CEO Ingrid Cockhren to do a deep dive into why people aren't getting an accurate picture about violence in their communities. In fact, the state of violence reporting boils down to this: the news media is unintentionally providing misinformation about violence. Remarkably, the basics of crime reporting haven't changed much since the late 1890s. Essentially, it's the man-bites-dog approach: the unusual, not the normal. Case in point: Although domestic violence causes comprises most aggravated assault and causes the most damage to communities in the U.S. economically and emotionally, it's hardly reported. Yet, in many communities, up to one-third of the operating budget goes to dealing with domestic violence and its consequences. The irony is that although change is journalism's bread and butter, getting the journalism community to modernize is like moving a mountain with a spoon and a bucket. We discuss how the news media can jettison their old ways by integrating knowledge of the science of positive and adverse childhood experiences and, in the process, provide an accurate picture of violence in their communities, reduce and prevent violence, help reduce systemic racism and its effects, and significantly increase their readership.

David Hancock is the founder of Morgan James Publishing and the chairman of Guerrilla Marketing International. David has co-authored many books, including Performance Driven Thinking, The Best of Guerrilla Marketing, and The Entrepreneurial Author. NASDAQ cites David as one of the world's most prestigious business leaders, and he is reported to be the future of publishing. As founder of Morgan James Publishing, he was named a finalist in the Best Chairman category in The American Business Awards, hailed as “the business world's own Oscars” by the New York Post. David was also selected for Fast Company Magazine's Fast 50 for his leadership, creative thinking, significant accomplishments, and his significant impact on the industry over the next ten years. David also serves on the board for Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg, he serves on the Land Rover Advisory Board, and as chairman of the board of the National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence. David's entrepreneurial success story is featured in 5 episodes of season 1 of the BizableTV documentary streaming platform highlighting some of the most amazing entrepreneurs and their journey to seven-figure businesses. As David promised on the show, you can get a free copy of David's new book, Performance Driven Giving by going to www.performancedrivengift.com If you'd like to know how you can contribute to The School of the Brave, our growing school for kids in Lahore Pakistan, send me an email at michael@mcgreevyleadership.com Stay connected to us daily on Instagram @thebusinessoflivin To contact Michael directly, send an email to michael@thebusinessoflivin.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-mcgreevy92/message

We are a nation in mourning for 19 elementary school children and two of their teachers gunned down by an 18 year old with an assault rifle in Uvalde, Texas, and 13 shot and ten murdered in a hate crime in Buffalo, NY. While politicians take sides on the issue of gun control, the nation is waiting for them to "do something" to stop the carnage. Even if you do not live in Texas or New York, these vicious attacks have an impact. What do you do with your emotions? What do you tell your children? How can you protect your mental, physical and emotional health? And how do we keep our children and ourselves safe from gun violence? Some answers from clinical psychologist Dr. Ernestine Duncan, who is also a Professor of Psychology at Norfolk State University; and Bobby Kipper, Founder and Executive Director of the National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence.

On this episode, the WHQR news team helps unpack three major stories: Rachel Keith kicks off the primary election season, Kelly Kenoyer explains the evolving crisis in Wilmington's housing authority, and Camille Mojica digs into the issue of 'community violence.'

In episode 81 my guest is Qiana Wimbley from "The Guidance Couch"  who shares a powerful story of  survival and how to heal from a trauma she encountered. Most trauma is rooted in how people were nurtured and loved in childhood, but there are other types of trauma that individuals encounter throughout life that requires healing. Qiana is a Licensed Professional Counselor  who also works with youth who have been sexually abusive.  She is also chapter coordinator for "Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice" where she facilitates healing spaces. If you want to understand healthy ways to reflect on trauma and healing listen and share this episode. Are you in need of coaching or counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma  or having relationship problems? You can find me at  my website, (www.empoweringserenity.net ) or follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/connieakinslpc/and  join my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/empoweringserenityandguidance and  locate me on the Therapy for Black Girls website for counseling. Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast and help Connie Akins increase the number of views and listeners. Please share and thanks for your support. 

The trauma remains long after the bullets are removed. When we think of gun violence in America, we either think of mass shootings or gangs and drugs.  But that's not an accurate picture of gun violence in this country. A significant portions of gun violence exists in the community, and the majority of gun related deaths are tied to suicides. How can we prevent community violence? How can we tackle this incredibly complicated problem? -o-Twitter: https://twitter.com/EverythingisPHPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingispublichealth  Email: EverythingIsPublicHealth@gmail.com     Photo Credit: Photo by Kael Bloom on Unsplash https://unsplash.com/photos/21MaU3f-j9s?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditShareLinkSound Credit: "Screen Saver" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/everythingispublichealth)