FORCE Detroit

CVI = Comunity taking ownership of public safety and creating the culture, climate, and consciousness of peace ???? - Teferi Brent, Co-Founder Dignity 4 Detroit Click theto learn more about our Community Violence Intervention program. ?? https://forcedetroit.org/ #detroit #detroitnonprofits #detroitmichigan #codyrouge #endgunviolencetogether #endgunviolencenow #gunviolenceawareness #gunviolenceprevention #cityofdetroit #violenceprevention #gunviolence #forcedetroit #dignity4detroit

?? You’re Invited: Press Conference on Legislative State of Emergency Join us as Black elected officials, past and present, declare a Legislative State of Emergency, urging Michigan’s Democratic Majority to prioritize the Black Agenda during the lame-duck session. This important event will address attacks on Black legislators, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, as well as critical issues impacting Black communities, including maternal health, youth education, school safety, equitable funding, and African American history education. ??? When: Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM ?? Where: Spirit of Detroit Statue, Coleman A. Young Municipal Center ?? Confirmed speakers: State Representatives: Rep. Kristian Grant, Rep. Donovan McKinney, Rep. Amos O’Neal, Rep. Karen Whitsett, Rep. Stephanie Young Wayne County Leaders: Chairwoman Alisha Bell, Commissioner Monique Baker McCormick, Commissioner Jonathan C. Kinloch City of Detroit Leaders: Council President Mary Sheffield, Council Member Mary Waters Honored Guests: Hon. Sherry Gay-Dagnogo, Dr. Brian Banks, Adam Hollier, Shanelle Jackson, Lamar Lemmons, Virgil K. Smith, and Judge Virgil C. Smith Be part of this critical moment as we stand united for equity, justice, and progress. Let’s make our voices heard! ??? RSVP ?? https://lnkd.in/gpnK9KeG #violenceprevention #detroit #detroitcity #forcedetroit #communityviolenceintervention #gunviolenceprevention #detroitnews #detroitmichigan #detroitevent #detroitevents #ilovedetroit #cityofdetroit

Welcome to the Team, LaToye! ?? We’re thrilled to introduce LaToye Morris as our new CVI Outreach & Event Coordinator! Her passion for community building and her expertise in creating impactful events will play a key role in advancing our mission. “I absolutely love my role as an event coordinator with Force Detroit. The events I have previously planned may vary in theme and audience, but this position is especially fulfilling because it allows me to serve the community in meaningful ways I haven’t before. The real reward is seeing the impact on the faces of those who benefit from the experiences I create.” - LaToye Morris #violencereduction?#violenceprevention?#detroit?#detroitcity?#bethechange?#forcedetroit?#detroitcommunity?#detroitnews?#detroitmichigan?#detroitgrammars?#employeeappreciation?#newhire?#hiring?#hiringnow #cityofdetroit #nonprofit

We got love for our community! ?? If you enjoyed our Fall Fest last week, let us know your favorite part in the comments. ?? #detroit?#detroitmi?#detroitevents?#detroitcommunity?#forcedetroit??#detroitcommunity?#gunviolenceawareness?#violenceprevention?#violenceinterrupters?#reducegunviolence?#michigan?#detroit???#ilovedetroit

“The mistrust in the community is what creates the divides and disconnects us from being civically engaged.” - Dujuan “Zoe” Kennedy of FORCE Detroit on how violence can affect a community’s ability to address people’s needs Read more at https://lnkd.in/efWNTaFA #Detroit #DetroitNews #ViolencePrevention #GunViolenceAwareness #CommunityViolenceInteruption #ForceDetroit

?? We’re Hiring! ?? Grant and Communications Writer The Grant and Communications Writer will play a critical role in advancing FORCE Detroit’s mission by securing funding and effectively communicating the impact of our work to a broad audience. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent writing skills, capable of producing compelling grant proposals, impactful reports, and engaging content for various media channels. The ideal candidate will have a passion for social justice and experience in grant writing and communications. ?? Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] #hiring #wearehiring #detroit #cityofdetroit #detroitjobs #jobopportunity #grantwriter #hiringnow #jobsearch #jobpost #careeropportunity

Branding the Block Program is in full swing! ?????? Students have already created five unique brands, set up professional business emails, and activated powerful tools like Canva, Adobe Express, and ChatGPT to bring their visions to life. From brainstorming to logo creation, they’re gaining the skills to take their ideas to the next level! Contact [email protected] for more information about this program! ?? #violencepreventioneducation #detroit #detroitcity #bethechange #forcedetroit #violencepreventioneducation #detroitcommunity #gunviolenceprevention #detroitnews #detroitmichigan #careerdevelopment #cityofdetroit #youthempowerment

10 years of growth, resilience, and transformation in Detroit???? From revitalized neighborhoods and $1 billion invested in affordable housing to restored landmarks and preparing to host the 2024 NFL Draft, the progress is undeniable. Check out how Detroit’s State of the City highlights the power of working together to shape a brighter future. https://lnkd.in/gHeyNvgP #Detroit #DetroitMichigan #CityofDetroit #ForceDetroit #detroitnews City of Detroit

GUN VIOLENCE IS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE “Addressing gun violence as a public health issue requires that we start figuring out why people are even experiencing violence in the first place, and are there conditions and factors that we can address that help prevent this from happening?”? – Joseph Griffin, DrPH, executive director, Youth ALIVE! ?? Repost The Health Alliance for Violence Intervention #Detroit #DetroitMichigan #justicereform #nonprofit #nonprofitorganizations #violenceprevention #detroitnews #stopgunviolence #gunviolenceneedstostop #gunviolenceawareness #gunviolencepreventionnow #violencepreventioneducation #communityviolenceintervention ?

We had an incredible time on the New Jersey CVI Learning Trip, building connections and sharing insights to strengthen community violence intervention efforts nationwide! ?? Our team had the privilege of meeting Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and visiting Spin the Block, a powerful community outreach and violence intervention hub, and William Mobile Ashby Community Care and Training Center, a shared space for community and first responders. #ViolencePrevention #CommunityViolenceIntervention #GunViolenceAwareness #Detroit #Jersey