The Gundemic - Part II: “A Mother's Grief” (Rerelease)

As we mark the two-year anniversary of the senseless shooting of our beloved Graduate, Lavonte Baymon-Love, The Face to Face Academy Podcast Network presents the rerelease of a special episode that was Part 2 of a 3-Part series on the devastating impact of gun violence on our communities.  Each episode chronicled the stories of students and parents grappling with unimaginable grief, loss, and fear that the specter of gun violence casts upon their daily lives.  Within those shared experiences of pain emerged glimmers of hope of how we may move forward together.The 3-Part series was a build up to the dedication of a Memorial Garden on August 30th, 2022 that will remain a permanent fixture in the Academy’s Outdoor Space.  The Memorial Garden was designed by school students, staff, and community members as a quiet and peaceful place to reflect and honor loved ones that have been lost too soon.  It is a reminder that their impact and spirit remain a part of each and every one of us long after their passing from this Earth.The Love from Lavonte Fund<br />The Love from Lavonte Fund's purpose is to address the barriers and obstacles that prevent our most vulnerable youth from attending and thriving in school. Resources from this fund will assist with supplies, transportation, meals, clothing, and other life necessities allowing at-risk students to increase their time and focus on attendance, school work, and their path toward graduation. The Fund is in honor of Lavonte Baymon-Love who believed in the power of education and  always gave a part of himself with the intent of making someone else's future a little brighter. Click here to make a donation.(Outro music by Dave Boquist)Check out more great episodes at f2fpodcastnetwork.com