Prevention vs. Punishment: What Actually Makes Us Safer?

COMMUNITIY BRAINSTORMING CONFERENCE BREAKFAST FORUM: SAT., APRIL 25, 2026

Meet the Milwaukee County District Attorney and leadership team. Discuss current issues of significance for the DA’s Office, including prosecutorial priorities, diversion strategies, approaches to violent crime, youth justice concerns, and collaborative efforts with partner agencies. Explore ways to strengthen trust and participate actively in shaping Milwaukee’s path forward.

Hosted by: Community Brainstorming Conference Breakfast Forum

Co-chairs:  Marth Love & Wayne Ashley

PANELIST:

Kent Lovern, Milwaukee County District Attorney

Brittany Kachingwe, Assistant District Attorney

Jesica Ballenger, Assistant District Attorney, and

Ana Ocon, Supervisor with the Victim Witness Services