“'We walk because we believe that together we can rise against this pandemic, this crisis of crime. We have to get out and do something,' said a woman attending the walk. ”
Together We Rise is comprised of Cleveland activist organizations and members of the community dedicated to ending gun violence in the greater Cleveland area. Organizations involved include Voices of My People, Black on Black Crime, Inc., Black Women's Army and M-PAC Cleveland, amongst others.
The walk began with a vigil that allowed survivors to share their stories along with encouraging words of peace and healing from local activists and leaders. "We walk because we believe that together we can rise against this pandemic, this crisis of crime. We have to get out and do something," said a woman attending the walk.
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