The Impact of Gun Violence and Poverty on Youth - Marion County

2259 Ralston Ave,Indianapolis IN 46218

04 October, 2022

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The Impact of Gun Violence and Poverty on YouthIn partnership with: Arthur Jordan FoundationReach for Youth, Inc.Indiana Afterschool NetworkEdna Martin Christian CenterMarion County Commission on the Status of YouthIndianapolis Public LibraryThe Riley Youth Community CenterAbout this in-person event: TOPIC: Structural inequalities are policies, social structures, and norms set by the institutions in power that prevent individuals living in impacted communities of color from gaining equal access to opportunity. These structural inequities often perpetuate the root causes of gun violence. In this training, participants will be discussing the Root Causes, how to overcome systemic barriers, and embrace lived experiences. Learning Objectives: Participants will walk away with the understanding of: The Root CausesOvercoming systemic barriersEmbracing your storyLooking AheadSPEAKER: Derris "Dee" Ross, Founder, The Ross Foundation LOCATION: Edna Martin Christian Center: Leadership and Legacy Campus| 2259 Ralston Ave| Indianapolis, IN 46218 | (317) 637-3776 COST: No Cost - Lunch Provided ADDITIONAL INFO: You are invited to bring business cards or program/service information to share as well as arrive early and stay after for networking. HOST: CENTRAL INDIANA OUTREACH MANAGER Heather Savage | [email protected] | 317-396-2703