Thursday’s No More Fear! forum is designed to unite the community against violence and seek solutions. Panelists are expected to discuss the causes and effects of violence, from non-fatal shootings to homicides. Various organizations will be on hand to connect residents with resources in the community.Lew Brown and Anthony Griffin with be co-moderating the event. Speakers will include Henrietta Beckman from Mothers United Against Violence; Stephen Palmer of Good Soil Entertainment Ministry; Kevin Outar, who does community outreach for Father Works with the Village for Families and Children; Damaris Reyes-Goodman from Project Longevity; and Sergeant Steve Austin of the Hartford Police Department. Each will speak for a few minutes, then the public will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Many individuals and organizers are responsible for collaborating on this event, including Peacebuilders of COMPASS Youth Collaborative, Hattie’s House, Greater Hartford Harm Reduction Coalition, Blue Hills Civic Association, STRIVE, Hartford Communities That Care, CT Pardon Team, the Hartford Police Department, and more.
The free public forum is scheduled for August 21st, 5:30-8:30pm, at the Parker Memorial Center, 2621 Main Street.
