Liz Black Live Coat Drive for Peace

In a heartwarming interview on December 16, 2019, Liz Black sat down with Rev. Demian Dunkley, President of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU), during her annual coat drive in Newark, NJ. The two discussed the upcoming Peace Starts With Me rally at the Prudential Center on December 28, 2019, and the dedicated volunteers supporting the event.

Liz Black began by expressing her appreciation for Rev. Dunkley's unwavering commitment to the community:

Liz Black: "The fact that when I said I needed help, and you said, 'Whatever you need,' that to me spoke volumes... You actually show it. And I want to commend you and say thank you."

Rev. Dunkley responded by emphasizing the importance of meaningful engagement for youth within churches and beyond:

Rev. Dunkley: "It's a blessing... Churches everywhere are looking for ways to engage their youth in a way that's meaningful... It gives them new life."

During the coat drive, youth volunteers from various parts of the country, including Los Angeles, were actively helping, wearing their Peace Starts With Me vests and contributing to the cause.

The interview concluded with excitement for the upcoming Peace Starts With Me rally on December 28. Rev. Dunkley highlighted the significance of the pre-show, hosted by Liz Black herself, encouraging attendees to arrive early.

Liz Black: "I'm going to be there."

The conversation demonstrated the shared commitment of both leaders to community service, youth engagement, and fostering unity through the *Peace Starts With Me* movement.