Thousands of families from across Massachusetts walked in unity Sunday for the annual Louis D. Brown Peace Institute Mother’s Day Walk for Peace to raise awareness about the impact of violence in their communities.
“We all are unified as one. Memorializing, celebrating and uplifting our loved ones,” said participant Beverly Parham. “And also wanting to bring peace to our communities because we are so plagued with violence.”
Supports those impacted by gun violence
Holding signs and embracing each other, the annual walk through Dorchester aims to raise money to support critical services, advocacy and training for survivors impacted by murder, grief and loss.
Ruth Rollins turned her pain into purpose after her 20-year-old son Danny was killed in 2007 by gun violence. His murder has not yet been solved. Sixteen years ago, she started a nonprofit called We Are Better Together…