July 15, 2026
Filmmaker Rubye Lane spoke to the audience during a panel discussion at the CVI Film Festival event held in Chicago recently. Photo courtesy of Metropolitan Peace Initiatives.
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Community Violence Intervention Film Festival Highlights Stories of Healing, Prevention and Community Leadership in Chicago
Film screening featured documentaries, “Pieces of the Puzzle’ and ‘License to Operate: Violence Interrupted’ along with short films from Chicago-based violence prevention organizations
Community Violence Intervention (CVI) professionals and community leaders gathered on July 8 for the CVI Film Festival, an evening of storytelling and dialogue focused on reducing gun violence and strengthening public safety across Chicago.