Neighbors in the crossfire: Disadvantaged communities
Gun violence occurs in neighborhoods where poverty, poor education, the prevalence of illegal guns and drugs, and few job opportunities ultimately result in a lack of hope.
It’s no secret that gun violence often occurs in neighborhoods where there isn’t just poverty, but also poor education, the prevalence of illegal guns and drugs, and few job opportunities, which ultimately result in a lack of hope. These are the makings of a disadvantaged community.
Never miss a moment with the WHYY Listen App!
WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. Please give today.
Brought to you by Community Conversations
Part of the series
Police release name of man killed by officers during West Philly carjacking
Police say the 47-year-old pulled a gun on officers after they responded to reports of a domestic disturbance.
2 weeks ago
Neighbors in the crossfire: Solving the problem
Gun violence has taken over 300 lives in Philadelphia this year. Politicians and community leaders consider how to solve the problem in part 3 of our conversation.
4 years ago
Neighbors in the crossfire: Code of the streets
The conversation about the gun violence crisis in Philly continues with a look at the codes of the streets, and how that culture can obstruct peaceful conflict resolution.
4 years ago
