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A Year of Progress — and the People Who Made It Possible As 2025 comes to a close, Philadelphia’s progress in reducing gun violence is both real and measurable. After […]

Philadelphia in the National Spotlight: PHILADELPHIA’S PROGRESS — AND THE COLLABORATION BEHIND IT — TAKES CENTER STAGE AT THE TRACE FORUM The Civic Coalition to Save Lives and Comcast served […]

Saving Lives Through Partnership: CIVIC COALITION AND CHIEF PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR SHARE PHILADELPHIA’S SUCCESS ON 6ABC’S INSIDE STORY On 6abc’s Inside Story, host Tamala Edwards sat down with David Brown, […]

Momentum Matters LET’S MAKE SURE PHILADELPHIA’S PROGRESS IN REDUCING GUN VIOLENCE LASTS Philadelphia is proving that progress is possible. Our city has seen a historic decline in gun violence—more than […]

Momentum Matters WE CAN’T LET PROGRESS SLIP AWAY Every life saved shows what’s possible. Every action keeps us moving forward. As of September 1, there have been 150 homicides in […]

Intervention Explained in One Powerful Visual The Civic Coalition to Save Lives has released a new one-page infographic designed to help partners, elected officials, media, and leaders in business, community […]

IFS HOPE Symposium Highlights Cross-Sector Solutions to Gun Violence The IFS HOPE Symposium on Gun Violence, held earlier this month at Temple University, brought together experts, survivors and community leaders […]

Commitment in Action: Coalition Gathers to Expand Intervention, Impact, and Investment Civic Coalition to Save Lives Hosts Annual Convening for Members and Funders On April 30, the Civic Coalition to Save […]

Chamber Event Highlights Fair Chance Hiring as Smart Talent Strategy A Critical Strategy for Reducing Gun Violence and Expanding Opportunity On March 25, 2025, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia […]

EACH ONE, REACH ONE How Three Leaders Are Changing Lives, Strengthening Communities This Black History Month, 6abc Philadelphia recognized three extraordinary leaders whose life’s work embodies the spirit of “Each One, Reach One.” These honorees […]

A Message From Executive Director Rev. David W. Brown Dear Coalition Friends and Supporters, As we step into 2025, I am honored to reflect upon my first few months as […]

Civic Coalition To Save Lives Releases ​2024 Impact Report, Launches Revitalized Website As Philadelphia celebrates a dramatic 40 percent decrease in gun violence over the past year, with its lowest homicide […]