Break The Cycle
Addressing Today's Gun Violence
First edition
A conversation on gun violence in communities of color and Houston, and the importance of community-based organizations doing work in these communities. 97.9 The Box’s Keisha Nichole hosts this discussion, featuring Ernest Coverson of Amnesty International, Sasha Legette of Pure Justice, Greg Jackson of the Community Justice Action Fund, and Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis.
Second edition
The 2nd Editition of the Break the Cycle conversation was held in Cleveland with Z107.9 and DJ Misses. Panelist, Mai Moore (Empowering Youth Exploring Justice), Myesha Crowe Peacemakers Alliance, Walter Patton (Create Art, Not Violence) and Ernest Coverson, Manager EGV Campaign discuss the climate of gun violence in Cleveland the work on the ground that is happening to #endgunviolence.
Third edition
The 3rd Edition of the Break the Cycle conversation series was held in Atlanta with Hot107.9 and Erin Rae. Panelist, Keith Strickland (Making the Transition), Carey “CJ” Jenkins ( ), Ms. Ashton McDaniels (Survivor) and Ernest Coverson, Manager EGV Campaign had a real in-depth conversation about Atlanta’s gun violence and the needs of the community to #endofgunviolence.
Fourth edition
The 4th Edition of the Break the Cycle conversation series was held in DC with 93.9 WKYS and moderated by Jackie Paige. The panel was brought great insight on gun violence in DC and how we can change the trajectory of this epidemic gripping communities across the country. The panelist included, Greg Jackson (Community Justice Action Fund), Tia Bell (T.R.I.G.G.E.R), Clayton Rosenber (Alliance of Concerned Men) and Ernest Coveson (Amnesty International).
