“First Coast Forum: Violent Crime” is a look at Jacksonville’s violent crime rate and what’s being done to lower it. WJCT’s Melissa Ross will host this live event, simulcasting on WJCT-TV and WJCT 89.9 FM from WJCT Studios from 8-9pm. The show will be a town hall style program with audience members asking questions of our panel.
Panelists will include:
- Vicky Watkins, Executive Director, Sanctuary on 8th Street
- Kevin Gay, President & CEO, Operation New Hope CEO
- Linda Dayson, Founder Hurting Families with Children in Crime
- Dr. Irvin PeDro Cohen, VP of Social Responsibility, YMCA of Florida’s First Coast
- Ann Dugger, Executive Director Justice Coalition
- Mike Williams, Jacksonville Sheriff
What are your thoughts? Be part of our studio audience and share your voice. All guests must arrive at 7:30pm and must be seated by 7:45pm or they will not be allowed into the studio.
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- Justice Coalition – 904.783.6312
- New Town Success Zone – 904.470.8262
- Sanctuary on 8th – 904.356.3588
- Operation New Hope – 904.407.3729
When
Thursday, August 13, 2015
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Where
WJCT Studios
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
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