Nashville Peacemakers

Thank you, @newschannel5 for this impactful piece about our work to address the devastating and complex issue of youth gun violence in our city. We are so proud of the students at @jbredhawks2 who signed our peace pledge and committed to finding alternative, non-violent ways of resolving conflict and to being a part of the SOLUTION. Thank you to Asst. Principal Elijah Gann, Mychal Greenwood, the teachers, administration and most importantly, the students of the Humble Beginnings program at Jere Baxter Middle School for welcoming us into your halls. Please view this important story via the link in stories or below. https://lnkd.in/eX6U9bg8 ⭐️The Pledge⭐️ -I will never bring a gun to school -I will never use a gun to settle a personal problem or dispute; -I will use my influence with my friends to keep them from using guns to settle disputes -My individual choices and actions when multiplied by those of young people throughout the country will make a difference -Together, by honoring this pledge we can reverse the violence and grow up in safety

This Giving Tuesday, Make an Impact with Nashville Peacemakers 🌟 Today, we invite you to stand with Nashville Peacemakers as we continue our mission of healing, empowerment, and community transformation. Your generosity supports critical programs like Mothers Over Murder, providing advocacy, grief support, and resources to families impacted by violence. 💜 Why Your Support Matters: Help us offer grief counseling and healing spaces for those who have lost loved ones to violence. Empower youth with mentorship and tools to break cycles of trauma. Build safer, stronger communities through education and advocacy. Every donation brings us closer to a community where peace and hope can flourish. This #GivingTuesday, join us in making a difference for families and individuals across Nashville. 💻 Click here to donate: https://lnkd.in/gHE4y4n8 Together, we can create a brighter future. Thank you for your support! 🙏 #GivingTuesday #CommunityHealing #SupportMothersOverMurder #NashvillePeacemakers

We’re proud to share this powerful podcast episode featuring our very own board member, Rafiah Muhammad-McCormick. In this episode, Rafiah shares her inspiring journey from personal tragedy to becoming a leading voice for victims' advocacy and restorative justice. As the driving force behind the Healed People Heal People campaign and a champion for systemic change, Rafiah’s work embodies the mission of Nashville Peacemakers: fostering healing, empowerment, and hope in our communities. We are honored to have Rafiah as part of our team, working tirelessly to make a difference. Let’s celebrate her achievements and continue supporting the vital work she leads! #RestorativeJustice #VictimAdvocacy #CommunityHealing #NashvillePeacemakers

✨ Healed People Heal People - Chattanooga Conference ✨ This weekend, November 15-16, I had the honor of hosting the Healed People Heal People conference in Chattanooga. It was an inspiring gathering where we came together to uplift, educate, and empower victims and advocates for safer, more equitable communities. 💜 From impactful workshops to heartfelt conversations, this gathering was a powerful reminder that healing and prevention go hand in hand. Together, we are shifting the narrative and fostering solutions that bring hope and change. 🌱 A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers, attendees, and partners who made this weekend so meaningful. Let’s continue building the village we need to heal and thrive. 🙌💪 📸: Photo by Kalea Jackson of Jackson Speaks Media #HealedPeopleHealPeople #VictimsAdvocacy #CommunityHealing #ViolencePrevention #Chattanooga