Metropolitan Peace Initiatives

Metropolitan Peace Initiatives (MPI), a division of MFS supports CP4P, convenes community-based organizations to help heal those experiencing gun violence.

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

PRESS PLAY: The Metropolitan Peace Initiatives 2025 Recap is here! Big moments. Bold leadership. Real impact. Those who do the work, lead the work. 2025 was all about showing up for Chicago and moving our mission to end gun violence forward. Take a look. https://t.co/bOM5Vzs5qR

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

'Teen takeover listening session held in Chicago as alderperson warns of more planned gatherings' #CVIDailyRead https://t.co/iajUjQqcl6

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

#ICYMI: We are celebrating the 2026 Peace Portraits honorees, leaders making real change across Illinois. This week's featured honoree is Luis Bahena, whose work is helping build safer, stronger communities. Follow @ILPeaceProject to learn more. https://t.co/yKBDbY9ZyF

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

June is #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth. There are events happening across Chicago all month long to honor survivors, raise awareness, and take action to help end gun violence. Find an event near you and get involved: https://t.co/eiaJjPL0wG

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

"The people doing [Community Violence Intervention] work need healing, too." Tony Woods, Executive Director of Public Equity. #CVIDailyRead 'PERSPECTIVE: Mental wellness is essential to Community Violence Intervention, not a luxury' via @TheTriibe https://t.co/G8CySwl8eZ

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

Meet Peace Portraits Honoree Luis Bahena of @NewLifeCenters! We are celebrating the 2026 Peace Portraits honorees, leaders making real change through peacebuilding across Illinois. Follow @ILPeaceProject for more. Video @5by12films. Photos Kelcey McKinney https://t.co/rhLmkKvHLw

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

You're invited to the Spring 2026 Metropolitan Peace Academy Graduation Ceremony! Celebrate our recent cohorts of street outreach workers, case managers and victim advocates on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the South Shore Cultural Center. RSVP here: https://t.co/gaOGqKRwV5

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

Join us at Strides for Peace: The Race Against Gun Violence! We're excited to run Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. This race, held as part of #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth, celebrates the life-changing work of CVI organizations. https://t.co/vHCT84NnLm

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Across CVI field, mental and behavioral health support is essential. Hear from Vaughn Bryant on why investing in the well-being of this workforce strengthens the safety of our communities. https://t.co/KG5j3FYsDT

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

"Peacekeepers saw a 31% decrease in shootings over a two-year period, with nearby areas seeing a reduction of 41%" #CVIDailyRead 'Chicago Reporter Highlights Chicago Peacekeepers Program, 35% Decrease in Homicides in Single Year' via The Chicago Reporter https://t.co/8Zwt7sLE15

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

#CVIDailyRead 'Community violence intervention members search for "teen takeover" solutions' via @CBSNews https://t.co/MYdt3bMXEZ

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Hear from Vaughn Bryant, MPI’s Vice President and Executive Director, on why supporting the well-being of those working in community violence intervention (CVI) is essential. https://t.co/KG5j3FYsDT

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

Meet us this Saturday at the Safe Summer Kickoff Block Party! It'll be a fun, safe, and empowering day for families and residents! Let’s come together to build community, share resources, and enjoy activities for everyone…food, fun, raffles, music, and more.

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

"Community violence intervention groups are also planning to have expanded hours across different neighborhoods this weekend." #CVIDailyRead 'Chicago beaches open Friday as Mayor Johnson, officials outline summer safety plan' via ABC7 https://t.co/HZBnZW4JMZ

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

"[T]he true aim of the Peacekeepers goes far beyond reducing gun violence." #CVIDailyRead 'Inside Chicago’s growing investment in violence intervention' via @ChicagoReporter https://t.co/qXxbzoRwPZ

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

You're invited to the Spring 2026 Metropolitan Peace Academy Graduation Ceremony! Celebrate our recent cohorts of street outreach workers, case managers and victim advocates on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the South Shore Cultural Center. RSVP here: https://t.co/t5rlsJttL2

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

Community Violence Intervention (CVI) advocates from across Chicago traveled to Springfield last Thursday to advocate for sustained funding for the Reimagine Public Safety Act (RPSA) and continued efforts to save lives across Illinois. Watch to learn more: https://t.co/9HKUEbGvO4

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

CVI advocates and professionals from across Chicago made their way down to Springfield, Illinois, on Thursday, May 14, 2026 to amplify a simple but strong message: CVI saves lives and deserves sustained funding. #CVIDailyRead Read the story: https://t.co/NgTErrdtRt

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Hear from Vaughn Bryant, MPI’s Vice President and Executive Director, on why supporting the well-being of those working in CVI is essential to sustaining this work and strengthening our communities. https://t.co/KG5j3FYsDT

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

Spend a bit of your Sunday catching up on recent news within the Community Violence Intervention (CVI) community! https://t.co/AeaZ39Bkth

[Metropolitan Peace Initiatives @MPInitiatives]

You're invited to the Spring 2026 Metropolitan Peace Academy Graduation Ceremony! Celebrate with us on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the South Shore Cultural Center. RSVP Here: https://t.co/mu4XsRToca #Chicago #CP4PChicago #MPIChicago #ChicagoCommunity