Ceasefire Detroit

As we celebrate the hope and resurrection of Christ, Cease Fire Detroit is lifting up families who’ve lost loved ones to gun violence. Young people trying to choose a different path. Churches, block clubs, and community leaders putting in the work every single day.

Let’s show what Detroit is really about!
Love, unity, & having each other’s backs.

Check on a neighbor. Encourage a young person. Speak life, not violence.
Let’s make sure every Easter gathering, every egg hunt, every family dinner in Detroit is safe and full of joy. 💛

Happy Easter, Detroit.
From all of us at Cease Fire Detroit.

To everyone who saw the videos of downtown yesterday: Don’t let the noise distract you from the truth.

I was out there with Ceasefire and our CVI partners. From the sidewalk, it looked like chaos. Thousands of kids, loud energy, running everywhere. But when you’re standing in the middle of it, you see the real story: it was only about 40 kids actually causing trouble.

Here is what really matters:
• No one was shot.
• No one was seriously hurt.
• No major property was destroyed.

That didn’t happen by accident. That’s the result of presence, intervention, and real relationships. A lot of people see our youth and get afraid. I’m telling you: don't be. Most of these kids aren’t out there to do wrong; they are out there trying to be seen. Instead of fearing them, love on them. Talk to them. Show them they actually matter to this city.

Safety isn't just about patrols, it's about connection. ✊🏾

https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/community-group-on-the-ground-working-to-stop-teen-violence-in-downtown-detroit

⚠️ Attention Detroit Parents & Guardians ⚠️

Today, there are talks of a “Downtown Takeover” involving our youth. Please be mindful of your children’s whereabouts and who they are with. Remember, the City of Detroit still enforces a youth curfew.

We strongly encourage parents to accompany your children if they plan to be downtown. Your presence can help prevent situations from escalating and avoid unnecessary confusion or conflict.

Let’s stay proactive, stay connected, and keep our young people safe.

As the weather breaks and Spring Break is in full effect, we’re already seeing signs of what the summer could bring. More youth are outside, more time on their hands, and more opportunities for situations to escalate.

At Ceasefire Detroit, we are not waiting for violence to happen, & are moving to prevent it.

Our teams are actively increasing our presence in downtown and high-traffic areas this week, engaging with our community, building relationships, and stepping in before conflicts turn into consequences.

This is about protecting our youth, supporting our neighborhoods, and showing up when it matters most.

We are committed. We are present. And we are working every day to keep our city safe.

If you see us out, tap in! Support in continuing to build a better Detroit.

Our Violence Interrupter Coach Black sharing a positive message to PAL players and families.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our dear brother, Daryl Smith-Bey. Daryl was not just an outreach worker for Ceasefire Detroit; he was a beacon of hope, a dedicated advocate for peace, and a tireless co-laborer in the vital work of Community Violence Intervention.

His unwavering commitment to our community and his profound impact on countless lives will never be forgotten. Daryl’s passion for making a difference was evident in everything he did. He inspired us all to strive for a safer, more compassionate world.

As we mourn the loss of a remarkable man, let us also celebrate his incredible legacy. Let us honor Daryl by continuing the work he was so deeply passionate about. Together, we can carry forward his mission of healing and hope.

Please join us in sending love and strength to Daryl’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. Your spirit will forever live on in our hearts, Daryl. Rest in peace, our brother. 💔🕊️