Gun Violence Prevention
Humanity behind the headlines: Black men on surviving in Philly
On the heels of Philly’s most violent year in decades, Tyler Campbell spoke to fellow Black men about the city’s gun violence crisis, survival, and kinship.
1 year ago
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Philly launches new victim advocate office amid ongoing violence crisis
Family members of city crime victims shared they are grateful to see the creation of a new office dedicated to their support.
1 year ago
Philadelphia releases findings after reviewing over 2,000 shootings in the city
The report examining more than 2,000 shootings confirmed what Philadelphians already know: that the city’s gun violence epidemic overwhelmingly affects Black residents.
1 year ago
No longer a victim: How one survivor dealt with Philadelphia’s gun violence
Oronde McClain, who was shot in the head at age 10 in Philadelphia, shares his story with WHYY host Cherri Gregg.
1 year ago
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