Families gathered in Flint to create a stone memorial honoring loved ones lost to gun violence on National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The event, organized by the North Flint Neighborhood Action Council and The Safe Place Initiative, featured painted stones that will be displayed alongside a tree planted in memory of the victims, allowing relatives to share their heartfelt stories and seek closure.
Participating families, like Jeannine Jackson—whose parents fell victim to gun violence before she reached her teenage years—expressed their fears and frustrations about ongoing violence in the community. With powerful messages emphasizing the importance of unity and non-violence, attendees called for an end to gun violence, highlighting personal tragedies that resonate deeply within the community.
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