Baltimore Youth Talk Gun Violence Prevention

February 26, 2013 – Segment 2

We turn to the broader issue of gun violence with youth from The Intersection. Did you know that 51 youth under the age of 18 have been killed by gun violence in Baltimore over the past five years? Hear the perspectives of our young people on this harsh reality. Joining us are:

Zeke Cohen, Executive Director of The Intersection;
Taikira White, junior at City College;
and Dawnya Johnson, junior at Baltimore Freedom Academy.

Then join the Intersection youth tomorrow, February 27th, for a press conference on this issue, 4:30pm at the Carmelo Anthony Youth Development Center located at 1100 E. Fayette Street.

Written by Marc Steiner

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