On a day when random shooting sprees are once again in the news, I'm reminded that, in my posts, I'm sometimes a bit snarky about the state of affairs in the Chicago area when it comes to our murder rate. Sure, part of that is out of a desperation that I don't have anything specific to add to the "solution conversation" (which makes me just like every other leader in this community, it sadly seems).
Well -- almost every other leader. Coming up next weekend, is an example of a community that really does rally around making sure that a lifetime cut too short is remembered. Dajae Coleman, a freshman in high school who was gunned down one year ago after leaving a party in a case of mistaken identity by a gangbanger looking to "retaliate", is now honored via the Dajae Coleman Foundation, which has its premier event this upcoming weekend to commemorate his life. The mission of the organization -- to uplift, encourage, empower and reward our youth -- and that's something to be celebrated.
Although I only learned of your story via family friend Sid Campbell, looking ahead to this weekend and beyond, I can say for certain that Dajae Coleman will be missed.
THE FOUNDATION:
http://dc3f.org/
THE WEEKEND AHEAD:
http://dc3f.org/daedaeworld-weekend/
THE SENSELESS ACT OF VIOLENCE:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2012-09-28/news/chi-evanston-cops-person-of-interest-in-custody-in-teens-slaying-20120927_1_first-degree-murder-weapons-charge-drug-charges
No comments:
Post a Comment