Yesterday, members of the Re-entry Action Council were officially sworn in at Baltimore City Hall.

This council brings together community voices, people with lived experiences, and advocates committed to advancing opportunities, strengthening support systems, and addressing barriers for returning citizens.

At MONSE, we recognize that building safer communities means creating pathways for successful reentry, stability, and long-term opportunity. We look forward to the work ahead and the collective impact this council will make across Baltimore.

Yesterday, Safe Streets Penn-North brought community members together for a day of connection, resources, and support. Residents had access to blood pressure screenings and connections to employment opportunities.

Creating safer, healthier communities means meeting residents where they are, connecting them with resources, and making sure they have access to opportunities that support their well-being and long-term success.

On Friday, October 30, our Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) team closed out Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Cut the Silence: End Domestic Violence, in partnership with I Am Mentality and the young women of Edmondson High School.

Through open dialogue and hairstyling, young women explored the red and green flags in relationships, learned to recognize warning signs of domestic violence, and discussed the importance of healthy boundaries.

By creating spaces for young people to learn, connect, and speak openly, we help equip the next generation to build healthier relationships and safer communities.

MONSE continues to show up and represent the best of Baltimore. Last week, Director Mavronis was named Executive of the Year, and Kyle Chandler, Interim Chief of Data Analytics, was recognized as Employee of the Year.

Tynikia, Chief of Finance, and our Group Violence Reduction Strategy (GVRS) team also received honorable mentions in the Supervisor of the Year and Team of the Year categories.

We are proud to celebrate several members of our team recognized for their outstanding contributions to the City of Baltimore! These recognitions reflect the dedication, leadership, and collaborative spirit that guide our work every day.

While our city is continuing to experience historic lows for gun violence, just sustaining these gains is not enough.

Still, we see far too many senseless beefs and conflicts lead to violence in our communities.

I want to thank the brave men and women of the Baltimore Police ty violence intervention ecosystem, the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, the the Office of the Attorney General, State’s Attorney’s Office, and all of our other partners for their work. But we have to double down on the proven strategies and partnerships that have gotten us this far.

We must continue to build on the progress we have seen over the past four years, because any one life lost to violence in Baltimore is one too many.

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re highlighting a partner who continues this important work year-round.

Dr. McKoy, we’re grateful for your leadership, dedication, and partnership in supporting survivors and building safer communities. We can’t do this alone.

It takes all of us working together to prevent domestic violence and create a future where every survivor has access to safety, support, and healing.

On Tuesday, October 27, our team was out in the Belair-Edison community with our partners at @safestreetsbaltimore to respond to recent violence in the community by connecting with residents and offering support.

When we listen to residents, respond to their actual needs, and show up with consistency, we help build safer communities for all Baltimoreans.

Our commitment to safer communities includes equipping barbers and beauty professionals with the tools to recognize and respond to intimate partner violence (IPV). These DV Barbershop/Salon Trainings are available through January 2027.

Join us for our next training on Monday, November 2, 2026. Participants can gain critical skills while meeting HB 1547 licensure and renewal requirements.
 
Register using the QR code below or on MONSE's events page: baltimorecity.gov/monse/events