Friday Finds
Wherein we unearth GVP-related stories from the past week
On Fridays here at Armed With Reason, we highlight some articles from the Gun Violence Prevention realm that might’ve been missed during your busy week.
One year on: A look at the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention’s actions so far
“Stakeholders say they are pleased with what the office has done so far, and hope to see its capacity expanded through greater funding and more staff.”
VIDEO: Greg Jackson on gun violence and community action
“Surviving a near-fatal shooting in 2013, Jackson has dedicated his career to reducing gun violence and empowering those most impacted by it. In this interview, he shares insights on gun violence policies, their effects on communities, and potential solutions.”
Supreme Court lets Anne Arundel County gun safety law stand
“My hope is that gun retailers recognize that providing this information is a good business practice, one that demonstrates their commitment to the safety of their customers and our communities.”
In 2019, Congress Finally Funded Gun Violence Research. Here’s How It’s Changed the Field
“Researchers found in 2017 that if gun violence was funded at similar levels to other public health issues, it would receive more than $100 million a year — over four times the current CDC and NIH allocation.”
VIDEO: Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords joins New York Gov. Kathy Hochul for the signing of new gun safety laws
“Giffords stood at Gov. Kathy Hochul's side as she signed a package of six bills into law, designed to further stem the tide of gun violence in New York.”
VIDEO: Guns for sale on social media despite Meta's policies against it
“Until Meta enforces the rules it has on the books, its advertising engine will continue to be a vector for dangerous weapons that threaten the safety of Americans and others around the world.”
WATCH: Run, Hide, Fight: Growing Up Under the Gun, a documentary on how gun violence changed a generation
“Run, Hide, Fight: Growing Up Under the Gun, a documentary produced by PBS News Student Reporting Labs, features stories produced by 14 young journalists from around the country about how gun violence affects the lives of young people.”
Community Safety Leaders Emphasize the Power of Youth, Social Media in Gun Violence Prevention
“We see Snapchat and TikTok and Instagram as more than just entertainment…. Content on these platforms is influencing how young people see the world, including how they think about guns.”
VIDEO: Sandy Hook survivor Grace Fischer slams Vance’s ‘lock the doors’ plan for school shooters
“We’ve worked so hard only to see what happened to us happen to others. We need those in power to know enough is enough.”
Philadelphia mom has reservations about CDC’s expansion of gun violence data
“I think that’s where making sure we have that equitable lens when we use data. I’m a big believer in de-identifying data…. We should not be able to trace who the person is when we have data. We should only use that data to inform interventions.”
The Rocket Foundation and White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention Unite for Fortune Impact Initiative
“The panel discussed the disparities between urban and rural approaches to gun violence prevention, particularly in the South, and called for a nationwide response to the crisis.”
