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New Class At Malcolm X College Teaching Victim Advocates How To Respond To Gun Violence

A new class of victim advocates is being trained on how to respond to the city's gun violence epdidemic.

(CBS Chicago)

CHICAGO, IL — Data show there were nearly 2,300 shooting incidents across Chicago in 2024. The shootings left behind thousands of victims, many with some serious trauma.

A new class of victim advocates is being trained on how to respond to the city's gun violence epdidemic.

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The lessons being taught to victim advocates are aimed at interrupting cycles of violence by training them on the best ways they can lend a helping hand.=

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