Violence Reduction and Intervention
Stereotypes Define Public Opinion and Policies
Public views on violence, poverty, and immigrants created and circulated by media coverage showing horrifying photos, and state or national statistics. Modern Stereotypical beliefs gained public attention towards blacks and gangs in the early 1980’s, driven by print media and movies. Hispanic and immigrant stereotype appeared in the past decade from social media platforms, subjective political rhetoric, and news sources focused more on sensationalism. As long as the public at large continues to believe the stereotypes, any battle to reduce gun violence and poverty will be difficult.
According to the Oxford Research Encyclopedia, most discussions on violence takes the stance that violence is a deliberate choice, therefore public education should be the cornerstone of any organization’s plan to reduce violence. Another public misconception generated by some politicians is that blacks are lazy and choose to live on welfare. Once again, the facts are far different as shown by historical data and on the website, Revolt.
Conducting Community Assessments
The assessment itself should include mental health providers and other entities along with adults living in low-income areas where residents do not trust outsiders…
