Syracuse native helps families ‘rise’ from gun violence (Trailblazers and Trendsetters)

Growing up on the South Side, Yolanda Seegars was exposed to a different side of Syracuse. Her father was largely absent from her life, often dabbling in drugs and showing her things no child should ever see.

One day, Seegars saw him shoot up heroin in front of her.

“You’re hurt for the first time from the one man who was supposed to love you,” she said…

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