Recording Artist DLOW joins violence prevention efforts at Gilmor Homes and at Bocek Park Halloween Tailgate party

Friday Nov 4th, 2016

Atlantic Recording Artist, DLOW, joined two community events on last Saturday, focused on Baltimore’s children and youth. Popularly known for his catchy dance and rap routine, “DLOW Shuffle”, DLOW led dance activities in Gilmor Homes neighborhood and at Bocek/Madison Eastend Community Association’s Tailgate Halloween Party at Bocek Park. The kids immediately recognized DLOW and connected to his music and message right away. From one of Chicago's roughest neighborhoods impacted by poverty, crime and violence, DLOW has first hand experience in the devastating effects of violence and trauma. His message of hope and resiliency is a welcomed message by many kids who identify with his struggles. 

DLOW Visits with Baltimore residents at BCHD Violence Prevention Event

DLOW is pictured here with children, youth and families at Gilmor Holmes at an event hosted by Communities United.

The visit was coordinated by entertainment mogul, Mauldin Brand and his Next Generation of Leaders program and the Baltimore City Health Department’s Office of Youth Violence Prevention, Communities United, B’more for Youth! Collaborative, and Safe Streets program in Baltimore, MD.

DLOW’s first visit was to Gilmor Homes where children, youth and families gathered in the courtyard with a make-shift dee-jay table, fun and snacks and more than enough energy to dance the afternoon away. Communities United hosted DLOW and presented him with a tee-shirt bearing the organization’s name. 

DLOW Visits with Baltimore residents at BCHD Violence Prevention Event

Communities United's John Comer presents DLOW with a tee-shirt and thanked him for visiting Gilmor Homes.
 
DLOW Visits with Baltimore residents at BCHD Violence Prevention Event
DLOW joins Safe Streets East site director, Gardnell Brooks and Violence Interruptors for a basketball showdown with kids playing in the park. DLOW pictured above trying to avoid a 'steal'.
 
DLOW Visits with Baltimore residents at BCHD Violence Prevention Event
Bocek/Madison Community Association children and youth presented DLOW with a certificate to recognize DLOW for his commitment to the community. DLOW is joined by William Kellibrew IV, director for the Office of Youth Violence Prevention at the Baltimore City Health Department; Gardnell Brooks, site director for Safe Streets McElderry East and representatives from the Community Association.
 
 

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