violence prevention

Warriors for Peace in Oakland Awards

Posted on September 23, 2017

Soldiers Against Violence Everywhere - Oakland

Soldiers Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE Oakland) hosts the 3rd Annual Warriors for Peace Award honoring those who are working to reduce violence, for social justice and to make a difference in the lives of the youth of our community. This year we are excited to honor the following: Akil Truso Dr. Joe Marshall Rashida Grinage Bishop JE Watkins Daryle Allums Brenda Grisham Lisa McCockran In Memoriam Award to Treyvon Godfrey and Deante Miller. Tickets are $10.00 and are on sale now…

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