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Richmond’s Community Ambassadors Fight Gun Violence | Richmond News
Richmond’s bold new plan to fight gun violence sends trained community ambassadors into neighborhoods—people who know the streets and trust of locals—to stop conflicts before they escalate. Modeled after proven programs in Baltimore and Chicago, these violence interrupters use their deep roots to mediate disputes, connect residents to resources, and rebuild trust. One ambassador, Jerry Lee, shares his personal mission to heal his community and inspire change, stressing that outsiders can’t fully grasp the local realities. Focused on nightlife, youth, and families, the initiative aims to…
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