Support Communities Affected by Gun Violence
Incidents of gun violence are a devasting reality for many communities across the country. When a firearm-related tragedy occurs, it's easy to feel powerless. But we are stronger together. Explore our resources to learn how to support communities affected by gun violence.
FOR MEDIA PARTNERS
In the days or weeks following a tragedy, firearm injury prevention is often top of mind for Americans, making it a critical time to share ways individuals can take action to prevent future tragedies. Media outlets can run firearm injury prevention PSAs to bring awareness to the issue and encourage individuals to take personal actions such as having conversations about gun violence, securely storing their firearms, and learning more about extreme risk laws.
- Youth Firearm Injury Prevention
- Secure Firearm Storage
- Extreme Risk Laws Education (Market Specific)
Youth Firearm Injury Prevention
The Youth Firearm Injury Prevention campaign, Agree to Agree, raises awareness of a pressing health crisis impacting youth: gun violence. Firearm injuries are the leading cause of death for children and teens ages 1-17 in the U.S. And while many people believe that gun violence is a highly divisive topic with no common ground or agreement, research shows that we agree on more than we think.
Secure Firearm Storage
End Family Fire highlights the importance of secure firearm storage and introduces the term "family fire," giving a name to a shooting that results from someone misusing an unsecured firearm from the home. Unintentional shootings, firearm suicide, and intentional shootings are all forms of family fire.
Extreme Risk Laws Education (Market Specific)
In any crisis, time is precious. Those in crisis need time to think things over, to seek professional support, and to heal. When a loved one is saying or doing things that suggest they intend to harm themselves or others, having access to a gun can create a dangerous situation.
Take Action
Everyone can play a role in preventing firearm tragedies. Explore ways to support affected communities after gun violence.
Have a Conversation
After a shooting occurs, it may come up in conversation with kids or other adults. The “Agree to Agree” campaign has guides to help facilitate those important conversations in age-appropriate ways.
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