The impact of gun violence on individuals, families, and the wider community is profound – affecting the lives and mental health of so many in our region. Beth David is proud to support the Coalition of Synagogues to Reduce Gun Violence. On Jan. 26 at 7:00 p.m., one of our coalition partners, Congregation Rodeph Shalom, is teaming with Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia to present an important program on what life is like for survivors of gun violence, the impact of this epidemic on our community, and where we are in the fight to address this scourge. There is no cost for this event.
There’s still time to register! You won’t want to miss this meaningful and timely conversation.
To RSVP, visit jfcsphilly.link/GunViolenceImpact.
In 2022 alone, over 500 Philadelphians died from gun violence and another 1,797 were victims of non-fatal shootings.
The impact on individuals, families, and the wider community is profound — affecting the lives and mental health of so many Philadelphians.
Join JFCS and Congregation Rodeph Shalom for a thoughtful conversation on what life is like for survivors of gun violence, the impact of this epidemic on our community, and where we are in the fight to address it. Hear from a panel of politicians, public servants, and activists working to make our streets safer, including:
- Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle M. Outlaw
- Pennsylvania State Representative Jared G. Solomon
- Former Pennsylvania State Representative and Special Assistant United States Attorney Todd Stephens
- Gun violence survivor and activist Oronde McClain
- JFCS Parent Education Supervisor Lynette V. Ellis
WHEN: Thursday, January 26, 7pm
WHERE: Congregation Rodeph Shalom, 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia
COST: Free