AROUND 20 young people attended an event which highlighted the dangers of knife crime.
Jamiyat Tabligh-Ul-Islam Mosque, on Southfield Square, held Sunday's event for those aged between 13 and 16.
It aimed to educate individuals about the harms of knife-related violence in our communities.
Youth worker Mohammed Azeem said: "It's important we create these safe spaces to have difficult conversations with young people, conversations that are led by grassroot professionals who work with young people in different settings from education, health and out on the streets."
A spokesperson from the mosque described the event as "crucial".
"Together, we can make a difference and create safer neighbourhoods for everyone," they added.
The Telegraph & Argus regularly reports on the devastating effects of knife crime in the area - and the work being done to combat it.
A Ministry of Justice spokesperson described knife crime as a "scourge on our society".
They added that the Government is dedicated to halving knife crime within a decade.
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