Detroit’s Silence the Violence march marks 18 years of honoring gun violence victims

Families, faith leaders, law enforcement and youth advocates gathered on Detroit’s eastside for the 18th annual Silence the Violence march and rally, a community-driven event aimed at ending gun violence and honoring victims. American Black Journal contributor Daijah Moss attended the 2025 march and rally. She talks with several participants who marched in remembrance of their loved ones.