Milwaukee Peace Week
May 5 – May 10, 2025
Join us for Milwaukee Peace Week, a city-wide initiative launched by Mayor Cavalier Johnson to celebrate and promote peace, unity, and safety throughout Milwaukee. This meaningful week, May 5th – 10th, 2025, is made possible through the collaboration of city departments and local non-profit organizations working together for a safer, more connected city. Take a moment to explore this year’s lineup of events below. For more information or specific questions, please contact: [email protected].
Monday, May 5 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Citywide Peace March and Rally
Location: Moody Park (2201 W. Auer Ave, Milwaukee)
Join Mayor Cavalier Johnson for the official kick-off to MKE Peace Week 2025 with a citywide peace march and rally. Walk with us through the Amani Neighborhood as we take a stand for unity and togetherness. Violence prevention and community resources will be available at the park.
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Tuesday, May 6 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Peace & Violence Prevention Listening Session
Young leaders will share their ideas and experiences in a private dialogue with Mayor Johnson, Milwaukee Chief of Police, Jeffery Norman, and Milwaukee Public School officials on how they envision creating peaceful schools and neighborhoods.
For more information or if you wish to RSVP, please contact Jerel Ballard, Staff Assistant to the Mayor, [email protected].
Wednesday, May 7 | 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
United in Faith Peace Breakfast
Mayor Cavalier Johnson will host a multi-faith gathering and panel discussion focused on unity, healing, and the role of faith in violence prevention efforts and peace-building. For more information or if you wish to RSVP, please contact Jerel Ballard, Staff Assistant to the Mayor, [email protected].
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Thursday, May 8 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Community Service Clean-Up Day
Mayor Cavalier Johnson will join MPS Superintendent Dr. Brenda Cassellius and students in a neighborhood clean-up to promote peace through service and action.
Friday, May 9 | 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Career & Resource Fair
Location: Mitchell Street Library (906 W Historic Mitchell St)
Join the City of Milwaukee – Department of Employee Relations for the 2025 Career and Resource Fair at the Mitchell Street Library. Explore career pathways, connect with local resources, and check out books focused on conflict resolution and peace-building skills.
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Saturday, May 10 | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Peace Kickball Games, Job & Resource Fair
Location: Kinnickinnic Sports Center (3070 S 20th St, Milwaukee)
Celebrate the final day of MKE Peace Week 2025 with Mayor Cavalier Johnson during a friendly competition of kickball games at Kinnickinnic Sports Center! Violence prevention and community resources and a job fair will be available at the park.
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