Mayor Brandon Johnson, Vic Mensa Honor Fall 2024 Metropolitan Peace Academy Graduates

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Vic Mensa with Metropolitan Peace Academy graduates (Photo Credit: City of Chicago).& Mayor Brandon Johnson congratulated the Metropolitan Peace Academy’s Fall 2024 graduates in an address, praising their resilience and commitment to improving the city.& “Good evening, everyone, and happy holidays,” he began, warmly greeting the assembled crowd. “Let me say that you are all the sharpest-dressed people in the entire city. I am humbled to accept this award, and I am grateful to be recognized for our collective work in fostering healthy communities. Mayor Brandon Johnson Receives Inaugural MPA Peacemaker Award & Photo Credit: City of Chicago Mayor Johnson received the inaugural MPA Peacemaker Award during the celebration of the academy’s latest cohort of graduates. The award recognized the mayor’s unwavering advocacy for communities most affected by gun violence and his leadership in directing violence prevention programs across Chicago. “I’m grateful to be recognized for this commitment to fostering true, healthy communities,” said Mayor Johnson as he accepted the award. “Of course, I cannot do this work alone. I accept this alongside the entire city of Chicago, including you here. Ultimately, you are activating a mission to build a better, safer future.” The mayor highlighted...