Overview
This course aims to explore the experiences of surviving gun violence, understand the systemic forces contributing to the rise of gun violence in cities, and examine biases within the criminal justice system. The course covers topics such as the impact of trauma, forgiveness, community violence prevention strategies, and the process of making a documentary. The teaching method involves a panel discussion with individuals directly involved in addressing gun violence issues. The intended audience includes individuals interested in community safety, violence prevention, criminal justice reform, and documentary filmmaking.
Syllabus
Intro
Panel
How did this film come about
How did you meet Claude
Being treated as a perpetrator
Why are gunshot survivors treated differently
What is your reaction when you find out your shooter has been found
How did you forgive your shooter
Systems that got this into a cycle of violence
What led you to have more success
How things fell apart
Did Claudes thought process change
Milwaukees blueprint for peace
Open carry laws
Victoria Davidson
Trauma
Biggest Surprise
Making a Documentary
Dealing with Trauma
Final Thoughts
Taught by
SXSW