State Representative Carl Gilliard Organizes Conference to Combat Gang Violence in Savannah
State Representative Carl Gilliard is spearheading a conference in Savannah, Georgia, titled 'Breaking the Silos,' aimed at addressing and preventing gang violence. The initiative seeks to unite various leaders and community programs to foster collaboration and resource sharing. The primary goal is to identify effective strategies and develop a comprehensive plan to mitigate gang-related activities across Georgia. Gilliard emphasized the critical need to intervene early, focusing on schools and local communities to prevent young individuals from becoming involved in the justice system due to gang affiliation. The conference is designed to bring together law enforcement, elected officials, and program leaders to work cohesively. The information and strategies developed during this event are intended to be disseminated and applied across all 159 counties in Georgia.
