Rebuilding Communities Around Peace - Challenge 3

Explore a compelling 39-minute talk by Reverend Jeffrey Brown, a nationally recognized expert in gang, youth, and urban violence reduction. Gain insights into Brown's work as the founder of RECAP (Rebuilding Every Community Around Peace) and co-founder of the Boston Ten Point Coalition. Discover how these initiatives contributed to the "Boston Miracle," which led to a 79% decline in violent crime during the 1990s. Learn about Brown's efforts to promote collaboration between community, government, and law enforcement agencies in reducing gang violence. Understand the importance of faith and community institutions in public safety strategies as Brown shares his experiences and vision for a national conversation on this crucial topic.