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Chicago Leaders Combat Violence in New Documentary Series

2/17/2025

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WTTW's "Firsthand: Peacekeepers" documentary series debuts Monday, shining a light on Chicago's community leaders like Damien Morris and Adrian Rodriguez. Through their outreach and mentorship efforts, they tackle violence head-on, emphasizing the critical need for ongoing funding to sustain these essential services that foster peace and safety in neighborhoods.

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WTTW's "Firsthand: Peacekeepers" documentary series debuts Monday, shining a light on Chicago's community leaders like Damien Morris and Adrian Rodriguez. Through their outreach and mentorship efforts, they tackle violence head-on, emphasizing the critical need for ongoing funding to sustain these essential services that foster peace and safety in neighborhoods.