Violence Interrupters
Definition
Trained community members – often with lived experience of violence or incarceration – who mediate conflicts, interrupt retaliation cycles, and connect at-risk individuals to services before violence occurs.
Why This Matters for Louisville
Newark’s violence interrupter program contributed to a 35% reduction in shootings and 55% reduction in homicides. These credible messengers reach people police cannot – a key component of Dave’s community safety strategy.