Ceasefire Services and Support

Providing services and support to Ceasefire clients is an important priority. The Ceasefire Oakland Partnership also reaches out to families and communities affected by the violence.

Posted: August 31st, 2018 3:44 PM

Last Updated: October 12th, 2022 9:46 AM

Life Coaches and an employment specialist listen as a former group member speaks of his experience, successes and hopes for the future.
Life Coaches and an employment specialist listen as a former group member speaks of his experience, successes and hopes for the future.

Intensive services and support are provided by The Department of Violence Prevention and its network of community and faith-based organizations for those most affected by violence. For Ceasefire, this support includes:​

  • Intensive commitment to individuals linking them to Life Coaches and other programs such as paid job training, substance abuse counseling, and educational and legal support.​
  • Crisis response for shootings and homicides.​