In this episode, Erica Atwood and Scott Charles, Trauma Outreach Manager, Temple University Hospital, discuss the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States and specifically in Philadelphia, highlighting the need for hospital-based interventions and gun safety measures, while also addressing the mental and emotional toll of working with victims and perpetrators of gun violence. They share their own experiences dealing with stress and the challenge of knowing whether their work is making a difference and discuss creative ways to engage with youth about violence prevention, and the importance of bringing a breadth of knowledge and experience from all walks of life to this work.

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In this podcast episode, Assata Thomas, Executive Director, Office of Reentry Partnerships, discusses her mission and work in disrupting the cycles of racism and supporting individuals impacted by mass incarceration. She serves those who have been incarcerated or affected by the criminal justice system while highlighting the challenges of reentry, the importance of addressing trauma, and the flaws in the current job-focused approach for returning citizens. She advocates for language that humanizes incarcerated individuals and also shares some meaningful success stories. In this episode she centers restoring humanity, disrupting systems, and advocating for real change.

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In this podcast episode, John Solomon, Founder of Endangered Kind, discusses the role of social media in gun violence and what is currently working in prevention and intervention. He emphasizes the importance of consistency in caring for young people who are vulnerable to violence and building trust, and mentions the need for more people to get out into the community and help to identify those involved in gun violence. This episode provides valuable insights into the issue of gun violence and the role that social media and community outreach can play in prevention. It highlights the importance of building trust, consistency, and relationships in caring for vulnerable youth and helping them turn their lives around.

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The Philadelphia Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program is a law enforcement strategy that collaborates with various city departments and community members to identify and engage individuals associated with groups that are driving gun violence.

Current Director, Deion Sumpter joins Erica in this episode of "I Know Your Name" to emphasize the importance of mentorship and positive environments in creating change, discussing his personal experience of incarceration, and the challenges he faced in finding employment and housing due to his background. He discusses the difficulties of not losing hope and building connections with everyone he engages and feels the hardest part of his work is when someone he's connected with becomes a victim of gun violence. Tune in to hear more about Deion's work in the community.

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The episode features an insightful conversation between Erica Atwood and Anthony Smith, Executive Director of Cities United, as they discuss the importance of prioritizing gun violence prevention and holding elected officials accountable.

The conversation touches on the challenges faced in implementing an asset-based approach and the need to see the humanity in both victims and perpetrators. They discuss the significance of comprehensive public safety strategies, providing resources and opportunities for at-risk communities, and the national landscape, including the efforts of organizations like Cities United and the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform. Join into this lively discussion between old friends.

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Welcome to the first episode of "I Know Your Name" with host, Erica Atwood. Erica is the Senior Director of the Criminal Justice & Public Safety Cluster in the city of brotherly love (Philadelphia). This introductory episode provides a heartfelt and personal insight into the her background and mission to address the complex issues of gun violence and criminal justice in the city of Philadelphia. From her roots in Camden, New Jersey, to her impactful career in public safety, she shares her mission of creating equity and fighting racial injustice through her work.

This episode sets the stage for the podcast's central themes, including uplifting real solutions, amplifying the voices of those impacted by gun violence and the criminal justice system, and fostering hope and change in local and national communities. In each episode, Erica sits down with a new expert, serving in an essential role in violence prevention, to discusses the importance of finding joy when dealing with trauma in hopes that this show will inspire and show care for those doing the impactful work.

Join Erica in this series of compelling conversations as she connects with her network of dedicated professionals working to reduce gun violence, reform the criminal justice system, and provides a platform for real solutions and community engagement.

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The I Know Your Name podcast is a show about getting to know the individuals and communities that are most affected by gun violence in the city of Brotherly love. On it you’ll hear stories of hope, redemption, and what is actually being done to prevent violence in a city that's seen over 500 homicides. You should listen to this if you’re a Black male, you LOVE a Black male, and you would like to know more about what you can do as a citizen to get engaged.

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