Going through Memphis Allies’ SWITCH program model takes more than one path. That is, no two participants experience the same exact journey.
Memphis Allies participants on a better path say there’s no turning back now
read more
Blog & Community Events
Breakthrough Conference 2026
Breakthrough Conference 2026: Reducing gun violence takes everyone Law enforcement and gun violence intervention programs naturally have different perspectives. But Memphis Allies and the Memphis Police Department, while respecting the clear boundaries each must observe, have formed a solid working relationship.
A ‘viable part of public safety ecosystem’
Breakthrough keynote speaker:
Gun violence intervention a ‘viable part of public safety ecosystem’
Self-Care Isn’t Selfish
The danger of being on the front lines is never just immediate. Sometimes, it’s the collateral damage that hits home.
This is true for combat veterans – many of whom suffer from post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), for law enforcement, for firefighters and correctional workers and, yes, for those working in community violence intervention (CVI).