Damien Morris is the Chief Program Officer of Violence Prevention at Breakthrough and a leader for violence reduction in Chicago. Since he joined Breakthrough in 2008, he has led transitional housing initiatives, supported individuals experiencing homelessness through case management, and directed security at the Breakthrough FamilyPlex. Damien has been an integral part of the growth of Breakthrough’s Violence Prevention team. As CPO, he oversees comprehensive services for adults and adolescents: case management, outreach services, victim services, youth engagement, and safe space events. Hundreds of local residents access these services annually. In addition to the leadership he provides for Breakthrough’s team, he ensures coordination with partner institutions and organizations across the city.

With Breakthrough since 2008