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Part 3: In the last part of the Bonnie Boswell Report’s series, Brian Malte emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of gun violence. Community violence interventions (CVI) are reshaping gun violence prevention, steering us towards a world where choosing non-violence is achievable. 👁️ Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dEvxFUYT  

When two deadly epidemics conflate, the consequences are unfathomable. Domestic violence with gun access is deadly, and all too often, we see vulnerable lives taken by abusers with guns. June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and in talking about gun violence, it is impossible to ignore its distinct correlation with domestic violence. We cannot leave victims and survivors out of the conversation - they must be held front and center in addressing the lack of protections that our communities face. Help us advocate for a better, safer future. Start by learning more about the correlation of gun violence and domestic violence at https://lnkd.in/gZHp-UF7 and follow along with CAWC as we identify the need, address the solutions, and provide options for advocacy! #GunViolence #GunViolenceAwareness Source: Everytown for Gun Safety

Gun violence moves us all to action. Here are some resources to help you choose your next steps and get involved after a tragic incident of gun violence. #EndGunViolence #ProtectOurKids #SandyHookPromise https://lnkd.in/dMVB-X2J

Our communities are safest when they have resources, support, and hope for a better future. That belief is at the center of all of our gun violence prevention work, whether we’re sending teams of trusted community members into the streets to defuse conflicts or helping young people lead safer lives after a gun charge. This #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth, learn how our teams are preventing gun violence by building justice in all its forms. https://lnkd.in/eSVZi6Ym

🛡️💔 End Gun Violence for a Safer Tomorrow 🛡️💔 Gun violence is a global epidemic, claiming lives and shattering communities. #Upendo stands against this scourge, advocating for a world where no one fears for their safety. 🌍🛡️ #Upendo believe that by addressing the root causes of gun violence, including mental health issues and the easy access to firearms, we can make significant strides towards a more peaceful society. Upendo's efforts are not just about ending gun violence; they are about fostering a culture of peace and understanding. We envision a future where gun violence is a distant memory, and our children grow up in peace. Upendo is committed to promoting gun control, mental health support, and community-based solutions to prevent gun violence. 🙌 We invite you to join us in this mission, to stand up for a safer tomorrow, and to make a difference in the lives of those affected by gun violence. Your support is invaluable in this endeavor. Together, we can create a world where every community is a sanctuary of safety and harmony.🙏🤝 #UpendoForPeace #GunControl #MentalHealth #SDG16 #EndGunViolence #WangTangangFoundation #Upendo #PeaceJusticeandStrongInstitutions 

NEW TOOLKIT FOR BETTER REPORTING ON GUN VIOLENCE News coverage of gun violence can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and make it seem inevitable, but, as communicators, we have an opportunity to tell better stories to help minimize harm and make it clear that change is possible. This new toolkit, developed in partnership with our friends from the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting (PCGVR) and the Stoneleigh Foundation, includes guidance to help communicators tell more complete, humanizing stories to build support for a public health approach to gun violence prevention. Take a look at the toolkit:

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month. Learn more about work by The Center for Neighborhood Engaged Research & Science showing how effective community violence intervention (CVI) programs are in mitigating gun violence: http://spr.ly/60465MOIa #WearOrange #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessMonth

Gun violence is not normal, and Americans do not need to accept it as such.  We have the tools, strategies, and people to prevent daily tragedies resulting from this violence. But for too long, the federal government has dramatically underspent on proven community-based programs that address the root causes of gun violence, while spending billions in reactive interventions after harmful and fatal incidents have already occurred. It’s time for a proactive approach. Tell Congress to pass the Break the Cycle of Violence Act now to provide federal grants for community violence intervention programs.

I urge you to take a moment and read this poignant reflection on the haunting reality of living in the shadow of gun violence. CWBA member and Senior Counsel in the Government Section of Hanson Bridgett, Laura Ratcliffe shares a personal account of a recent lockdown experience at her children's school, highlighting the pervasive fear and anxiety that grips communities across the nation. It's a wake-up call to the devastating impact of gun violence that we all too often normalize. Explore the full article on our blog, The 1891. #GunViolenceAwareness #EndGunViolence

As we recognize Gun Violence Awareness Day today, Spectrum is again calling for action to be taken to address the public health crisis of gun violence. In 2024, the urgency of addressing gun violence is clearer than ever, and our campaign from last year remains vital to the health of all. Learn more about how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/gCfVpYve