Black Stories

Not Another Child: If There Is a Survivor in Need of Support, We Are There

The Center for Nonviolence: Creating Lasting Change for Individuals and Communities

Phumulani: A Future Where Every Community Is Shielded From the Scourge of Gun Violence

We Can Repair the Despair, Build Bridges, and Learn From Each Other

Brittany Kaufmann Envisions “A Brand New Vibrant and Electrifying World”

The Best Way to Make a Difference Is to Work Together and Stay Connected

YAAY Me, Inc: Supporting D.C. Communities

“We Are Losing Our Babies Every Day”

Listening to Black Gun Violence Prevention Advocates Helped Me Realize I Was Never Alone

Gun Violence Prevention Is Not a One-Size-Fits-All Issue

Our 3 Memorial Foundation: Supporting Survivors and Educating Communities

Where Do We Go From Here: Supporting Families in the Grieving Process

We Must Continue to Raise Our Voices Against Senseless Gun Violence

The Gun Violence Prevention Efforts of Black Communities Create Effective Change for Everyone

I Advocate for Gun Violence Prevention Because Doing Nothing Isn’t an Option

Not One More: A Promise and Commitment to Stop the Cycle of Gun Violence

Angela Ferrell-Zabala: We Find Joy in the Hardest Spots

Jakoby Mitchell: Turning Our Pain Into Purpose

No More Red Dots: Looking for Creative Ways to Overcome Obstacles

Congresswoman Nikema Williams: Together, We Can Do Better

Rep. Mike A. Gipson: Answer the Calling

Kathy Elaine McKnight: We Aren’t Taking No For an Answer

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard: Roll Up Your Sleeves and Get Involved

Donnitta Marie Sinclair: Growing, Rebuilding, Restoring, and Healing Our Community