Indianapolis, IN Peacemaker program reduces gun violence providing guidance to high-risk individuals

Indianapolis, IN Peacemaker program reduces gun violence

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The City of Indianapolis launched the Peacemaker program to reduce gun violence by identifying high-risk residents based on certain factors such as gang affiliation, unemployment, and poor education then providing them with guidance. The program includes three different kinds of trained peacemakers interrupters diffuse potentially deadly situations, outreach workers assess which individuals require personalised support as "fellows", and life coaches provide support to "fellows" in the program.

Public Safety Health & Human Services Training & Development

Indianapolis, IN

Municipality in Indiana

United States

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