In the eighth episode of Aftermath Philadelphia, Captain Gillespie goes to the Christy Rec Center and sits down with one of it's recreation leaders Quan King. Christy Recreation Center is located in West Philly and also down the street from the 18th Police District. Mr. King and Captain Gillespie discuss the role the Center plays in this West Philly community and how that role isn't always a traditional one. They discuss how their respective staffs are committed to making a positive change in the neighborhood along with centers role in helping to reduce gun violence and thus keeping people alive. Quan King explains all the tools in the centers tool bag and how it is important to ensure the center is a place everyone of all ages can come to safety. Captain Gillespie and Quan King further explain the anti violence partnerships the 18th Police District and Christy Rec Center are doing now to ensure a positive change occurs. This episode truly highlights the Parks and Recreation staff at Christy Rec along with the community members on the front lines working to keep people safe from gun violence.
