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Mayor and commissioners recognize Youth Peace Ambassadors program and introduce participants
Summary
The commission recognized a cohort of Youth Peace Ambassadors and adult partners for a community violence-prevention initiative supported by the city and Montgomery County; officials praised the program and urged continued support and expansion.
The Dayton City Commission on Tuesday formally recognized a cohort of young people chosen as Youth Peace Ambassadors, praising a collaborative initiative intended to train youth in conflict resolution and community engagement.
Mayor Mims introduced the young people and thanked program partners, including county commissioners and neighborhood associations, for financial and program support. Marlon Shackleford, a long-time community organizer who works with the group, described the ambassadors’ role as conflict mediators and urged the city to support ongoing programming that keeps youth engaged and provides job opportunities.
Commissioners commended the program and encouraged continuation beyond summer months into the school year. Commissioner Charles Law told the ambassadors to “keep the tools in your toolbox” and pass skills along to peers; Commissioner Joseph and Commissioner Shaw emphasized that the ambassadors can be change agents in neighborhoods with elevated police calls. Staff said the cohort represents students from six different schools and acknowledged partner organizations such as Dayton Mediation and the Peace Museum for training support.
The commission presented certificates and called each ambassador by name during a brief recognition ceremony.
Program partners and county representatives in the audience thanked participants and the city for investment in youth violence-prevention efforts.
