Why Violence Prevention Is Necessary With Keesha Eure

Dr. Jamila T. Davis and Tara Wallace engage in a deep conversation with Keesha Eure, Director of Newark's Office of Violence Prevention. We dive into Jamila and Tara’s experiences with domestic violence and the launch of the Black Women's Lives Matter community.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

- Defunding the police to fund violence prevention initiatives

- Collaborative community work on the Shawnee Baraka Center

- Trauma experiences within incarcerated individuals and providing avenues for healing.

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Timestamps: 

00:00 Trauma in childhood impacts incarcerated individuals greatly.

06:17 Black Women's Lives Matter community offers support.

07:55 Director Lakeesha Eure empowers people, innovates community.

13:38 Open, honest discussion leads to personal growth.

14:46 Real stories of domestic violence shared openly.

18:10 Argument occurs, de-escalation needed, avoid police involvement.

23:37 Survivor empowerment through community and education.

25:59 Recognize red flags in relationships and work.

28:25 Brother shot, felt unsafe, had to leave.

30:43 Advocating for public health approach to violence.

36:22 Ensuring safety, cooperation, and integrity in communities.

38:56 My parents died young, community support was crucial.

41:59 Dr. Jamila T Davis offers vision plan.

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