The protestors met at Heeley People’s Park and marched to Highfield adventure playground, where speakers highlighted the fears parents have over their children being victims of, or becoming involved with gangs.
The protest was organised by Mums United, a campaign group that aims to provide support for families fearing the impact of gangs.
Jennifer Dunstan, one of the organisers said: “Every time we hear another report that somebody has been stabbed or shot our hearts break a little bit more. We know that there is a family of a victim who are hurting, and also the family of the perpetrator.
“Who is going to step up in Sheffield? From which organisation or political party will they be? Who is going to provide the care that the under-18s in this city need?”
These photos show the protest as it made its was through the city.
Photos by Dean Atkins.
1. Dozens attended
Dozens of protestors walked from Heeley People's Park to Highfield Adventure Playground in protest against gang violence in Sheffield. Photo: Dean Atkins
3. Coloured smoke
Coloured smoke was let off by some people on the march. Photo: Dean Atkins
4. "Enough is enough"
The slogan for the protest was 'enough is enough' and referenced the number of young people who have died due to gang violence in Sheffield. Photo: Dean Atkins