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‘Peace in Motion’ presenters outline violence-prevention programs, youth jobs and grief support
Summary
City staff and community partners presented the Peace in Motion comprehensive violence-prevention plan, highlighted recent reductions in homicides, a new Healing and Compassion Fund, youth employment pilots and expanded crisis-response training.
City staff and community partners described the Peace in Motion comprehensive plan and recent program activity to the Housing and Community Development Committee on April 9, highlighting new supports for people affected by gun violence and pilot employment programs for young people.
“We call it Peace in Motion because we know that the work of addressing and preventing violence has not stopped at any point,” the plan’s lead presenter said, describing a cross-sector effort involving public safety, community organizations and schools.
Presenters cited year-over-year reductions in violent incidents: the presentation said Toledo saw a 31% reduction compared with a 12% reduction in 2023, and an 18% reduction in 2024, noting that the gains are uneven and younger people remain disproportionately affected.
The presentation summarized ongoing programs and new actions…
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