

I might be mistaking nostalgia and cultural markers through the deaths of astounding public figures and entertainment icons of my coming of age.but I believe the cultural icons and celebrities that have passed in 2016, through their transitions, mark a living metaphor and a new threshold in the sojourn of Black folk in America. At the end of the day, I might be engaging in make-believe spookery that's a product of my own mind. I'm going on a few asides with this piece.but journey with me a little bit. Open up metro corrections, JCYC, and community barbershops for mentoring and reentry programs. Motivational Speaker Series & Hip Hop “Stop The Violence” Campaign.ġ0. Community Cease fire between rival neighborhoods.ĩ. Implement community programs that develops and promotes minority leadership within city government.Ĩ. Community Advocacy Board/Liaison to address property/rental issues (Slumlords, Neglected Properties, and Rental Assistance.)ħ. Implement a Community Empowerment Initiative (Promotes community businesses, entrepreneurship, nonprofit development, local commerce, and establishes area culturally inclusive educational programs and schools).Ħ. Workshops/Forums focused on Conflict Resolution – Hotline for parents to call.ĥ. Neighborhood Cleanup, Adopt a Block (Westend Street Patrol) Assess needs via surveys.Ĥ. Implement a personal development program for male youth that focuses on morals, positive behaviors, and progressive lifestyle choices.ģ. Resume Writing/ Career Development Workshops.Ģ.


Listed below are the ten solutions, per community input, suggested for concerned citizens to contribute time and resources:ġ. Community Connection/Brothers Helping Brothers "Stop the Violence Community 10 Point Solutions"
