Honoring National Youth Violence Prevention Week

It is National Youth Violence Prevention Week, a time to show the positive role young people play in making our schools and communities safer. Throughout the week, virtual events and discussions are held to highlight ways to promote meaningful student involvement, education and service opportunities in efforts to provide safer environments for youth. Join with others around the country to unite and lift up youth who work to make their schools and neighborhoods safer. Learn more by visiting the National Youth Violence Prevention Week website. As part of National Youth Violence Prevention Week, Newport News Mayor McKinley Price is participating in an online Mayors’ Forum tonight at 7 p.m. The virtual event is being hosted by Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck and includes Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, Chesapeake Mayor Rick West and Portsmouth Mayor Shannon Glover. The mayors will be joined by Anthony Smith, executive director of Cities United, a national network focused on eliminating violence in American cities related to Black men and youth. The group will discuss the impact of youth violence in the region and ways to prevent crime. Topics include addressing root issues in society, what cities are doing now, the efforts of nonprofits and partner agencies, and opportunities for mentorship and volunteer engagement. The forum will air on Hampton’s Facebook page as a live event, and people are encouraged to watch and interact. After comments from all participants and a discussion on key topics, mayors will address questions from the community.  The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) is committed to working with youth to create positive change in our community. To learn more or get involved, please contact the NNPD Community Youth and Outreach Division at 757-975-5100.