(Gresham, OR) -- The City of Gresham has launched the Ceasefire partnership to reduce gun violence. The initiative uses a coordinated and collaborative approach. 17 community-based organizations will work to address the root causes of violence by providing necessary resources including employment opportunities, conflict resolution, and behavioral health support. The East Multnomah Outreach Prevention Intervention Initiative previously contacted 20-thousand youth giving them education, employment and mentorship opportunities.