- WELCOME TO PEACENIC
Uniting for Peace
Stronger Communities Together.
We are working to bridge the gap between community members and law enforcement in Washtenaw County.
- ABOUT US
How It Started
In 2022, Detroit held “Peacenic’s” its first gathering as a part of “One Detroit.” The goal was to decrease summer crime reduction strategy, featuring community events and law enforcement, with the goal of combating gun violence and fostering positive community relations.
In 2023, Rev. Joseph O. Jackson decided to lead an initiative in Ypsilanti aimed at bringing peace and healing to neighborhoods heavily impacted by violence and neglect.
By 2024, the first event was launched, attracting over 500 local attendees. What started as a modest effort to foster unity has since expanded into a citywide movement, gaining the support of faith leaders, law enforcement, educational institutions, local government, and community organizations.
- EVENTS
What’s Happening Now
5 Friends Initiative
Join us for a powerful evening where local law enforcement and community members come together for honest conversation, healing, and relationship-building. This initiative focuses on creating safe spaces to listen, learn, and build trust between officers and the people they serve.
Together, we can rewrite the narrative – one conversation at a time.
- Every 3rd Thursday of the Month | 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
- Parkridge Community Center
591 Armstrong Drive Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Phase II Peacenic:
Community Roundtables
As part of our continued commitment to creating safer and more inclusive communities, Phase II of Peacenic introduces a series of impactful community roundtables.
- Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month
- St. Luke’s Church: 4205 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor, 48105
Be Your Own Boss: Shark Tank Pitch Youth Program
Ready to empower young entrepreneurs? The Be Your Own Boss Youth Entrepreneurship Program is a 10-week journey designed to help youth, ages 10-18, explore business ownership, pitch ideas, and build real-world skills!
- (2) 10 Week Programs: Oct 2024 and January 2025
- St. John Baptist Church: 866 Monroe St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197
- GET INVOLVED
Be Part of the Peacenic Movement!
Join our team of volunteers and make a difference in your community. Sign up to help with event organization, community outreach, and more.
Your sponsorship will not only add monetarily, but will further impact our continual efforts of peace, fellowship, and synergy needed throughout the region.
Stakeholder Spotlight
We’re excited to spotlight Alice Siepelt, Coordinator and Contract Administrator at Michigan Department of Human Services , who has made a lasting impact of families, women, and parolees in our community.
- UPDATES
Check Our More Updates
Community Roundtable September 2025 Session
Highlights from our Peacenic Community Roundtable session held last Wednesday, not everyone who attended is pictured. We are grateful for the
September 2025 Newsletter: Parda Credit Union
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June 2025 – 5 Friends Initiative Meeting
On Saturday, June 7th, at Parkridge Park in Ypsilanti, we launched our very first 5 Friends Initiative—and what a powerful