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In 2008 a total of 40 homicides were committed in Little Rock, 54% of which were committed by blacks against blacks. Nationally, homicide is the leading cause of death for black young men ages 10-24, and the second leading cause of death for black women ages 15-24.

There have been over 392 homicides reported over the last 5-6 years in Pulaski County. The United States spends an average of over 4.5 billion on emergency and physical/occupational therapy associated with crime-related injuries/deaths, with more than 720,000 spent on youths and young adults ages 10-24 treated for injuries sustained from violence.


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INTRODUCTION

Driven by its mission to increase public awareness and reduce black on black crime in Little Rock, the Coalition has developed a plan of action that includes:

• an education/awareness campaign
• program initiatives with its partners
• collaborations with existing organizations that serve citizens and institutions directly and indirectly affected by black on black crime

In its call to action, the Coalition is soliciting active involvement through volunteerism and monetary contributions. Volunteers are encouraged to participate through any of the following six Coalition workgroups organized to implement the Coalition’s plan:

• faith based
• human services
• media
• neighborhood associations
• political action
• youth

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