Zero Gun Violence Movement

Thanks Mothers of Peace Regent Park for leading the Mother's Healing Circle program held in Regent Park for the past few months. In addition to the trip to Centre Island - it was great seeing the Mothers impacted by gun violence, attending the session ending meeting this week where participants discussed coping strategies over the holiday season. It was also great as all Mothers were gifted with a winter hat by Kelly Whetter from the Red Balloon Foundation - who lost her son to gun violence. ZGVM looking forward to supporting this important healing initiative at the next session in the new year. The One By One Movement Keep6ix Operation Prefrontal Cortex Chris Glover Brothers Helping Brothers (BHB) Louis March Andrea Unity Tabnor Zero Gun Violence Movement Black Youth Jobs Ann Fitzpatrick Community Care Connect YSM Evergreen Centre for Street Youth Flip Your Switch JAYDAHMANN Nia Centre for the Arts Olivia Chow Peacebuilders Canada

Community Healing is a must as it improves community safety. This message was delivered loud and clear at the community march against gun violence on Sept 23rd - down Yonge St. And up University Avenue to Queens Park and led by the Out to Ride bikers group. Another message delivered was the need for the Provincial government to restore victim supports that they reduced and to provide timely and appropriate supports without expiry dates. Chris Glover The One By One Movement Keep6ix Operation Prefrontal Cortex Iamdannystone CBTU Ontario, Canada Mothers of Peace Regent Park Manifesto Brothers Helping Brothers (BHB) Black Daddies Club Andrea Unity Tabnor Toronto Raptors Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce Louis March STOLEN FROM AFRICA Black Youth Jobs Black Community Advisory Council - UWGT

Zero Gun Violence Movement and community partners leading march against gun violence in Toronto Several community organizations and supporters gathered on Sept 24th in Toronto to march against gun violence and demand timely and enhanced supports for vic...

Good time to cut cake with some of the key contributors to the ZGVM work over the past 10 years since launch on June 21, 2013 at the Redemption Reintegration Services office in Scarborough. Initially launched as a 90 day summer initiative to address the gun violence crisis in Toronto - but little did we know the magnitude and multiply dimensions - which explains why 10 years later - we are still at work. Maximum thanks and appreciation to all the people and organizations that have joined the fight - truly a collaboration for life and safe communities. Iamdannystone Chris Glover Operation Prefrontal Cortex Blackhurst Cultural Centre CBTU Ontario, Canada Black Voices Rise Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce Mothers of Peace Regent Park Brothers Helping Brothers (BHB) Andrea Unity Tabnor Manifesto Black Daddies Club The One By One Movement Black Community Advisory Council - UWGT

Brothers from Iron Sharpens Iron men's group, ZGVM and Ashanti Gold were out in full force yesterday at Scotiabank Arena to watch the Toronto Raptors exhibition game - thanks to the generosity of John Wiggins - Raptors Community Engagement. Family and friends had great fun - meeting and greeting while watching the Raptors win 124 - 93. Stay tuned as we continue to build working partnerships across the City Yaa Yaa Donkor The One By One Movement Keep6ix Iamdannystone JAYDAHMANN Chris Glover Operation Prefrontal Cortex Blackhurst Cultural Centre CBTU Ontario, Canada Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce Mothers of Peace Regent Park Black Daddies Club Blacks Inspire Black Community Advisory Council Black Voices Rise Brothers Helping Brothers (BHB) Dave Rankin Manifesto The Blackstone Foundation Library NBA Africa

Great job yesterday - Mothers of Peace Regent Park organized trip to Centre Island for mothers impacted by gun violence as part of a therapy and community healing program. Special thanks to the mothers who shared their personal stories and also their comfort and support stories to benefit and help each other. The great weather and great food certainly contributed to the trips success - keep up the awesome work. Iamdannystone The One By One Movement JAYDAHMANN Yaa Yaa Donkor Louis March Regent Park Film Festival Yonge Street Mission STOLEN FROM AFRICA Chris Glover Operation Prefrontal Cortex

Off to the community march against gun violence - starting at 2pm today from Yonge and Bloor intersection - and led by the Out to Ride motorcycle club riders - drop by if you can - we will end up at QueensPark and will hear from people who have been impacted by gun violence Keep6ix Peacebuilders Canada The One By One Movement Yaa Yaa Donkor Iamdannystone Regent Park Film Festival Yonge Street Mission JAYDAHMANN Chris Glover Blackhurst Cultural Centre Ann Fitzpatrick CBTU Ontario, Canada Operation Prefrontal Cortex FreedomSchool - Toronto Nia Centre for the Arts Tridel Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce

Big news from Alexandra Park yesterday as Pascal Siakam, John Tavares and their foundations along with other community partners re-opened the community basketball court which at one time was riddled with gun shot holes. Had the opportunity to meet up with a couple heavy hitters Jaye Byard - current Canadian Heavyweight Professional Champ and Ricky Atkinson active community worker as community showed up to celebrate unity in the community and new sporting opportunities. Another blueprint for the value of private sector investments in vulnerable youth and vulnerable communities that needs further expansion. Keep building. The One By One Movement Keep6ix Iamdannystone Yonge Street Mission Yaa Yaa Donkor Peacebuilders Canada Dave Rankin Regent Park Film Festival Ann Fitzpatrick Chris Glover Operation Prefrontal Cortex CBTU Ontario, Canada Tridel Blackhurst Cultural Centre

Just received confirmation that members of the Out to Ride Motorcycle Riding Club will be leading the community march against gun violence on Saturday, September 23rd on Yonge Street enroute to Queens Park. This is incredible news - as OTR shares a common vision with the march - bringing people together. Make sure to get to Yonge and Bloor for 2pm to participate in the all welcome march to support families impacted by gun violence. The One By One Movement Keep6ix Yaa Yaa Donkor Peacebuilders Canada Regent Park Film Festival JAYDAHMANN Iamdannystone Louis March Yonge Street Mission Dave Rankin Blackhurst Cultural Centre CBTU Ontario, Canada Chris Glover Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce FreedomSchool - Toronto Nia Centre for the Arts Operation Prefrontal Cortex Black Voices Rise

Your invitation to join us Saturday, September 23rd at 2pm for our annual community march against gun violence and to highlight victims who require timely and necessary supports for their healing and trauma. Time to listen to the real voices of people who carry the pain. Feel free to bring your organization banners or placards. Jody Yaa Consulting Keep6ix Peacebuilders Canada The One By One Movement Yaa Yaa Donkor Iamdannystone JAYDAHMANN Yonge Street Mission Jane Finch Action Against Poverty (JFAAP) Regent Park Film Festival Black Voices Rise Dave Rankin Louis March The Blackstone Foundation Library Toronto, Ontario Progress Toronto Zero Gun Violence Movement The Black Dads Link Up Group

Community stepping up again as JAYDAHMANN and Legendary Hair Studio in Scarborough host the 4th annual School Ready event yesterday, featuring free backpacks and free haircuts for the many youth who waited patiently for their turn. Big up to the mothers who came from far and near, the barbers, hair stylists, sponsors and volunteers who all contributed to the great community vibe. So many similar events across the City, making a tremendous difference for community leadership and community safety. Jody Yaa Consulting Keep6ix The One By One Movement Yaa Yaa Donkor Iamdannystone Louis March Black Voices Rise Peacebuilders Canada The Black Dads Link Up Group Art Starts The Blackstone Foundation Library

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Rest In Peace Charmaine Asare Chuck. Thanks for standing tall and fighting spirit in your life challenges and thanks for supporting ZGVM in so many ways. Rest assured that your legacy remains strong with us - while your journey continues on another level Yonge Street Mission Regent Park Film Festival Zero Gun Violence Movement Keep6ix The One By One Movement Jody Yaa Consulting Peacebuilders Canada Art Starts Jane Finch Action Against Poverty (JFAAP) Yaa Yaa Donkor

Attending the memorial yesterday at Dufferin Grove Park for Justin Bokma, a professional skateboarder who lost his life to gun violence with his mother and and over 100 skateboarders aiming to keep Justin's legacy alive by advocating for more open youth spaces for skateboarding and other youth friendly activities - so needed at this time Communities for Zero Violence Iamdannystone Paul Salvatori The One By One Movement Chris Glover Olivia Chow Mothers of Peace Regent Park Toronto Community Housing Toronto Youth Network Toronto Youth Skateboard Canada skateboarding.az

Had some great fun yesterday joining with Regent Park Mother's of Peace and Kelly Whetter from Gabe's Red Balloon Foundation in tripping, shopping, and hiking in Niagara Falls. Great to see all the smiles, good food and fun on the all day adventure. Thanks Sureya from Mothers of Peace Regent Park and all the good people who organized and made the trip possible - keep up the awesome work making a positive difference for so many Communities for Zero Violence Iamdannystone DT the Artist JAYDAHMANN Keep6ix Toronto Community Housing Paul Salvatori The One By One Movement Chris Glover Elaine Robinson Sharon Joseph Yvonne Reid Black Voices Rise Didy Wores

Big time thanks Stacey King - mother of the 3 girls who got shot in the children's playground - 5 years ago in Scarboro for successfully organizing the Hope For Our Children community BBQ at Milliken District Park on Saturday. Great seeing all the children having incredible fun enjoying the food and entertainment. Thanks also to all the volunteers and sponsors who contributed to the event's success - let's keep this going, inspiring people for the future. Communities for Zero Violence Knia Singh Iamdannystone JAYDAHMANN DT the Artist The One By One Movement Keep6ix Paul Salvatori Chris Glover

Thanks to the teachers and students at the Scarborough Centre for Alternative Studies for the invitation to discuss the intersection points between education, community and student safety. Cleary there are unique roles and responsibilities expected from educators, community and students and other key stakeholders - if we want to solve the mutual safety issues. Little did you know that I completed my secondary school education at the same location when SCAS was previously called Midland Avenue Collegiate many moons ago. All the best with your graduation ceremonies and your first ever Prom night festivities Iamdannystone JAYDAHMANN Communities for Zero Violence DT the Artist Blacks Inspire Knia Singh AkwatuKhenti Black Voices Rise BLACK TORONTO | Community Support

They came from all across the to recognize the Fed's proclamation that the people Canada Observe the first Friday in June of every year as a National Day Against Gun Violence. Major league thanks to the Feds, the Raptors management team, MPP Chris Glover and all the community organizations and supporters who came out on Friday at Queens Park to acknowledge this significant step and commit to furthering the call for more hands on deck. QueensPark Corporate Toronto and Faith communities need to get on board for collective impact. This is just the beginning especially with this new national platform- link ZGVM for more information on how you can help JAYDAHMANN Communities for Zero Violence Kofi Morris DT the Artist Toronto Community Housing Iamdannystone Justin Trudeau - Our Love Our Pride Paul Salvatori Sharon Joseph Knia Singh Sam Tita Black Men's Style Black Voices Rise

Thanks Toronto Community Housing - Violence Reduction Program East and JAYDAHMANN for the invitation yesterday as guest speaker to present on the impacts of community violence and trauma on mental health at your Head of Household event held at Centennial College. Thanks also to the workshop leaders, service providers, performers and vendors for their active participation that contributed to the event's success. Keep up the awesome work. Blacks Inspire Keep6ix Communities for Zero Violence Iamdannystone Kofi Morris DT the Artist The One By One Movement BLACK TORONTO | Community Support Destiny Savary BLAC

Had the opportunity this weekend to meet up with Twilight Bey, successful LA gang mediator and Paul Obinna, UK incarcerated youth teacher and community worker at the Connecting Communities and Re-Imagining Peace events organized by Toronto's TO-wards Peace and Safe-TO units. Great opportunity to compare strategic notes with some key on-the ground gun and gang intervention specialists. Definitely plenty work ahead and definite need to keep building and coordinating efforts for collective impact Communities for Zero Violence JAYDAHMANN Kofi Morris Coalition to Stop Gun Violence DT the Artist Chris Glover The One By One Movement Black Men's Style Black Voices Rise YWCA Canada

Thanks Arlene Wallace from Gathering the Pieces and award winning Big Donald Entertainment for the invitation to discuss Toronto gun violence history and recent trends - the challenges and opportunities- on your podcast. Education and awareness about gun violence realities is a critical piece when seeking real solutions. For sure - community investments and community healing are keys - keep up your awesome work Communities for Zero Violence JAYDAHMANN Blacks Inspire Chris Glover Mitzie Hunter Keep6ix Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Paul Salvatori DT the Artist Iamdannystone Black Voices Rise Didy Wores Julian Anthony Christopher King Kofi Morris March Madness Men's Basketball

Continuing the ZGVM work regarding the gun violence challenges and opportunities while engaging new change agents and youth leaders - recently to Criminolgy students at TMU and York University and also to Torstar reporters on why the easy stories from the usual sources is not necessarily the best stories - education and awareness about the new gun violence culture is a must Communities for Zero Violence Iamdannystone Blacks Inspire Black Voices Rise Black Men's Style Toronto, Ontario Keep6ix

Highlighting the incredible peeps who power the ZGVM - today featuring Keith Sweeney known as DT the Artist - Global Ambassador and currently getting ready for a stage performance in Montreal after returning from Ohio and Dominican Republic - DT works in a local shelter, is a fitness guru and loving father Paul Salvatori Iamdannystone BLACK TORONTO | Community Support Blacks Inspire Blacks Inspire Communities for Zero Violence Destiny Savary

Thanks to the good people at the Clark Centre of the Arts for inviting ZGVM to participate on the Damage of the Gun panel discussion with Neil Donaldson of Stolen from Africa, artist Thomas Brasch and Dr. Najma Ahmed from St. Mike's Hospital- clearly the human suffering, chronic trauma, physical, emotional, public health and economic costs are seldom discussed - thanks CCA for creating this opportunity- keep up the awesome work Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Communities for Zero Violence Community March Against Gun Violence Black Voices Rise Blacks Inspire Keep6ix

The count down has begun for this community March against gun violence on Saturday - too many voices have not been heard - especially those directly impacted by gun violence - as a matter of fact - it affects us all. Come out on Saturday and support - start gathering at ,1:30 pm at Yonge and Bloor - invite your friends and relatives and let your voices be heard Communities for Zero Violence Black Voices Rise BLACK TORONTO | Community Support

The neanderthal thinking Conservative MPP's still seem frozen in the ice-age as they gang-ed up yesterday at QueensPark to vote against Bill-9 - a common sense bill to address the trauma and emotional impacts of gun violence on so many people and communities. Gun violence has already been recognized as a public health crisis by the City and Public Health, along with several other cities across Canada and North America so that appropriate resources and supports can be focused on addressing the long-term gun violence impacts that not only feed into the ongoing cycle of violence but also destroy the quality of life of so many. Congratulations to MPP Mitzie Hunter, Chris Glover, MPP, and the other MPP s who stood up in the House to support the descent and humane Bill-9 and who clearly are not giving up the fight Communities for Zero Violence Black Voices Rise Blacks Inspire Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Community March Against Gun Violence

Great seeing the many back to school community events across the City over the past week. Thanks to the special peeps, organizations, sponsors and supporters who invested in these events. ZGVM was happy to help sponsor yesterday's School Ready event organized by JAYDAHMANN from Power of Influence and the Braid Angel who made sure students also got a free braid-up along with the school ready supplies - excellent example of community stepping up to invest in peeps and communities across the keep - let's keep building on this success Communities for Zero Violence Blacks Inspire Black Voices Rise Community March Against Gun Violence Mally Bless "In Love With Livin" Album Launch Celebration Parents of Black Children

It was more that a Braiding Battle - it was braiders, barbers, workshops, vendors, good food and good vibes at the Reveal extravaganza on Sunday - thanks to the organizers, participants and supporters who contributed to this amazing and successful event- ZGVM was happy to help sponsor the Braiding Battle with backing from Sunrise Caribbean - imagine if we had more braiding battles instead of gun battles in the City - let's keep building Communities for Zero Violence Blacks Inspire Blacks Inspire Keep6ix

Thanks Youth Voice Collective for organizing the community development basketball tournament yesterday at the Flemingdon OVO basketball courts. ZGVM always ready and willing to support and participate in these community development efforts. Always great seeing the over 70 registrants having great fun supported by the many community organizations, working together in unity - let's do it again Fhcyouth 2019 Iamdannystone Flemingdon Park, Toronto, Ontario Flemingdon Health Centre Flemingdon Community Farm Toronto Youth

Thanks Democrats Abroad Canada for inviting ZGVM to speak at your March for our Lives rally against gun violence held yesterday across from the US Consulate - ZGVM stands in solidarity with your demands for strong political leadership, courage and will to seriously address the gun violence crisis that is impacting us all .to Coalition to Stop Gun Violence SayNO - UNiTE to End Violence Against Women Zero Gun Violence Movement Brady: United Against Gun Violence Iamdannystone

No pause button in this fight against gun violence - join this March for our Lives demonstration today at 10:30am across from the US Consulate on University Avenue - organized by Democrats Abroard

Thanks One by One Movement for inviting ZGVM to participate in the unveiling of the anti-gun violence mural yesterday at Christie Pitts - great seeing the many people and organizations that support your work and also meeting the many who have been impacted by gun violence - keep up the awesome work Communities for Zero Violence Keep6ix Zero Gun Violence Movement Iamdannystone DT the Artist JAYDAHMANN Chris Glover NDP Parents of Black Children Gunviolencepreventionpage

Thanks Toronto Raptors and Toronto Community Housing for inviting the ZGVM team to reason with the youth at your Midnight Basketball tournament at the UofT on Friday - feedback has been extremely positive from the youth - happy to make a positive contribution to your awesome work Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Blacks Inspire

Great opportunity yesterday to meet with Brianne Roesser at Spectrum News 1 from Buffalo to discuss the crazy gun violence crisis in both cities and necessary strategies to move forward with focus on strong political leadership and commitment along with community investments and partnerships DT the Artist Keep6ix Coalition to Stop Gun Violence Blacks Inspire BLACK TORONTO | Community Support Iamdannystone

Getting ready to do tonight's presentation on Keeping Children Safe in today turbulent times - so crazy when youth in some communities say that they fear police presence more than gang activity- this needs fixing quickly if we truly want safe communities for all peeps instead of only for some Blacks Inspire Keep6ix BLACK TORONTO | Community Support

Thanks Skate for Jordon for inviting ZGVM yesterday to your Skate Against Violence celebration in honor of Jordon Carter who tragically lost his life to the gun violence scourge in our City. Thanks also to the skateboarding community and friends who came out at the Skateboarding Underpass to support the family Iamdannystone Keep6ix Coalition to Stop Gun Violence

Give thanks to these peeps who have documented their personal battles in overcoming systemic and structured adversity and who are now extending their hands to help others cope with similar life battles - these are must reads if you want to know where and when the seeds of violence are planted and why we must stop acting surprised when gun violence and other forms of violence engulf us - willful denial and ignorance are no longer acceptable excuses for lack of action - the time is now to do what is right - stop planting the seeds - so that zero gun violence can become a reality - not only for some - but for all

Thanks to the Robinson family for inviting ZGVM to speak at the Jahiem Robinson memorial held yesterday at the Lawrence Heights community centre - clearly Jahiem impacted many and is leaving a legacy of caring for others - that needs to continued- time now to show some love and support to the family, friends and community as we continue working to end the scourge of gun violence across the City Keep6ix Black Voices Rise Mr. Jane and Finch Canadian Black Chamber - York Region Chapter .to

Congrats to Braid Angel for the amazing Braid Battle held at Pure Glam on Weston Road - great seeing all the braiders and participants competing with such energy and creativity- time to re-imagine how we can engage youth in positive alternatives Brothers Helping Brothers (BHB) Blacks Inspire Black Voices Rise BLACK TORONTO | Community Support MACPRI Made in Africa Art Collectors Market Place louismarchTO United Nations Youth