Afea Tucker

Afea has a deep love for her city and its diverse communities. In addition to her passion for writing and helping others, Afea is a self-proclaimed foodie. As part of her job, she oversees Up the Block, a resource and information hub for Philadelphians who have been affected by gun violence. Before joining The Trace, Afea was a veteran media professional and freelance journalist whose work had been published by The Philadelphia Tribune, WHYY, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and other news organizations. Afea is a Temple University alumna, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications.

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How Philadelphians Feel About Violence On Public Transit

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How Philadelphians Feel About Violence On Public Transit

I’ve been using SEPTA since I was in middle school. I’m shaken by the recent violence — and other community members are, too.

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Reflecting on a Season of Growth in Philly

Philadelphia

Reflecting on a Season of Growth in Philly

Reporter Afea Tucker discusses a year of local community engagement, culminating in an anti-violence event focused on music.

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Lessons on Gun Violence Solutions, Courtesy of Dunkin’

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Lessons on Gun Violence Solutions, Courtesy of Dunkin’

A trip to the local “Dunky” reminded The Trace’s Afea Tucker that everyone can make a difference.

Afea Tucker and Sunny Sone
Let’s talk, Philadelphia.

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Let’s talk, Philadelphia.

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These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence

Philadelphia

These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence

A trauma surgeon's study aims to convince more reporters to consider victims' well-being when covering crime.

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Gun Violence Has Shaped Their Lives. These Philly Teens Made a Documentary Series About It.

Philadelphia

Gun Violence Has Shaped Their Lives. These Philly Teens Made a Documentary Series About It.

Bout Mine I Matter helps Philly’s youth process their grief through a filmmaking program that integrates behavioral counseling and de-escalation techniques.

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Philly, What Do You Want to Know About Gun Violence?

Philadelphia

Philly, What Do You Want to Know About Gun Violence?

I’m The Trace’s new Philadelphia engagement reporter and I want to hear from you.

Afea Tucker

The only newsroom dedicated to covering gun violence.

Afea Tucker

How Philadelphians Feel About Violence On Public Transit

Reflecting on a Season of Growth in Philly

Lessons on Gun Violence Solutions, Courtesy of Dunkin’

Let’s talk, Philadelphia.

These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence

Gun Violence Has Shaped Their Lives. These Philly Teens Made a Documentary Series About It.

Philly, What Do You Want to Know About Gun Violence?