USVI Faith Leaders Summit on Gun Violence Prevention

USVI Faith Leaders Summit on Gun Violence Prevention

Community Leaders from the USA, VI, & Caribbean convene to share best practices on effective partnerships for public safety.

By Clergy for Safe Cities

Date and time

Starts on Thursday, July 4 · 11:30am AST

Location

Antilles School

7280 Frenchman Bay Road #16-1 Frenchman Bay, St Thomas 00802 Virgin Islands, U.S.

Agenda

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Using Partnerships to Build a Safer Virgin Islands

Dr. Gilford Monrose

Major cities across America are moving away from the concept of an enforcement-only approach to a safer city. Recognizing that prevention is the key, cities like Washington, DC have created the Offi...

Hate and Bias Crimes: Facing the Hate Within Community

Dr David Allen - Epic Village Executive Director

Lack of education and awareness of particular people, cultures, norms, and religious affiliations, may cause an individual or group of people to take drastic and negatively impactful actions towards ...

Unseen Wounds: Exploring the Psychological Impact of Gun Violence

Pastor Edward-Richard Hinds - GodSquad President

This presentation delves into the hidden effects left in the wake of gun violence, exploring the intricate web of trauma and grief that often goes unnoticed, specifically focusing on the experiences ...

About this event

Join us for our 1st National Faith Leaders Summit on Gun Violence Prevention on St. Thomas, USVI topics will include:

  • Building an Effective Clergy-Led Public Safety Model
  • The Hidden Effects of Gun Violence: Assistance To Families
  • Preventing Youth Violence Through Faith-Based Partnerships
  • Best Strategies Utilized by Government in Partnership with Community Organizations as Co-Producers of Public Safety
  • Hate and Bias Crimes: Facing The Hate Within Community

Join Dr. Gilford T. Monrose on the island of St. Thomas, USVI for a gathering of faith leaders, elected officials, and community members as we address the gun violence epidemic plaguing our streets. Discussions will be rich with identified action items to improve public safety.

To those attending from outside the territory and need flight and accommodation info, please contact Kiera Cummings via email: info@clergyforsafecities.org, toll-free: 1-855-282-SAFE (7233).

Meet our host island, the United States Virgin Islands https://www.visitusvi.com.

NOTE: This is not virtual, only in person.


Frequently asked questions

Is this in person or virtual?

This summit will be in person in St. Thomas, USVI

Is there a registration fee for this summit?

No. However you are responsible for your own travel and hotel.

What is the best time to reach on island?

The USVI Faith Leaders Summit is hosted at the Catch The Vision Family Conference, July 3-7, 2024. You can feel free to join part or all events during your time with us.

Do you have a suggested hotel(s)?

Yes. Please call Kiera Cummings or email her info@clergyforsafecities.org.

Organized by

Clergy for Safe Cities
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