Youth Violence Prevention Symposium in honor of Shamiya Adams will be Aug. 22

by West Garfield Park Community Stakeholders August 19, 2014

Photo courtesy of Michael Romain

Several community organizations will come together to host the 1st Annual Youth Violence Prevention Symposium on Friday, August 22, 2014 from 10:30am – 3pm. It will take place at The Allison United Foundation for Better Living, 4540 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624.

All are welcome for fun, food, and festivities! The Special Guest Speaker will be NBA Legend Isaiah Thomas.

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