In 2006 the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation helped create the Youth Against Violence Initiative - a local group partnering community leaders, activists, professionals and (most importantly) area youths in an effort to reduce youth violence and build an "engaged community that fosters a sense of hope and optimism among our community and young people," according to the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation website. Wednesday, members of the Youth Against Violence Initiative will discuss their efforts with the Tacoma City Club.

[Tacoma Art Museum, 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., $22-$30, registration required, 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, 253.353.2489]