Gun Violence Disproportionately and Overwhelmingly Hurts Communities of Color Fact SheetJun 30, 2022 Gun Violence Disproportionately and Overwhelmingly Hurts Communities of Color Jun 30, 2022 Marissa Edmund
Weak Gun Laws Are Hurting Police Officers Fact SheetJun 27, 2022 Weak Gun Laws Are Hurting Police Officers Jun 27, 2022 Nick Wilson, Eugenio Weigend Vargas
The United States Must Address Its Gun Trafficking Crisis ArticleJun 16, 2022 The United States Must Address Its Gun Trafficking Crisis Jun 16, 2022 Eugenio Weigend Vargas, Alex Barrio
The Recent Rise in Violent Crime Is Driven by Gun Violence Fact SheetJun 3, 2022 The Recent Rise in Violent Crime Is Driven by Gun Violence Jun 3, 2022 Eugenio Weigend Vargas
25 Years After Columbine: A Father’s Journey To Honor His Son and End Gun Violence VideoApr 16, 2024 25 Years After Columbine: A Father’s Journey To Honor His Son and End Gun Violence Tom Mauser, father of Columbine High School shooting victim Daniel Mauser and gun safety advocate, shares how his son continues to inspire his fight to end gun violence 25 years after Columbine. Apr 16, 2024 Allison Jordan, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag
Film Screening: ‘Columbine 2024: 25 Years of Trauma’ Past EventApr 5, 2024 Film Screening: ‘Columbine 2024: 25 Years of Trauma’ A documentary film that follows two survivors of the Columbine Shooting Massacre, followed by a panel discussion with the film's director and survivors. Apr 5, 2024
CAP Joined by Gun Violence Victim Advocates To Comment on OVC’s Proposed Rules on Victim Compensation Grant Program ArticleApr 4, 2024 CAP Joined by Gun Violence Victim Advocates To Comment on OVC’s Proposed Rules on Victim Compensation Grant Program The Center for American Progress, along with 47 organizations, submitted a comment letter advocating on behalf of victims to the U.S. Office for Victims of Crime on the agency’s proposal to replace the existing Victim Compensation Grant Program guidelines and clarify program requirements. Apr 4, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall
Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT VideoMar 21, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT James “JT” Timpson explains how the Roca Impact Institute uses a cognitive behavioral theory approach to empower individuals to de-escalate dangerous situations and make safer decisions. Mar 21, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag, Matthew Gossage
Community Violence Intervention: Juan Carter and Giffords Center for Violence Intervention VideoFeb 21, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Juan Carter and Giffords Center for Violence Intervention Juan Carter, outreach manager for the Giffords Center for Violence Intervention, explains how community violence intervention (CVI) programs take a holistic approach to public safety by investing in the long-term health and well-being of individuals affected by violence. Feb 21, 2024 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Matthew Gossage
Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth ReportFeb 12, 2024 Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth Despite arguments from the gun lobby and its allies, guns used for self-defense are not common, beneficial for society, or efficient in deterring mass shootings or criminal victimization. Feb 12, 2024 Allison Jordan, Chandler Hall, Devin Hughes
Point: America’s Murder Rate Dropped Historically — but Not in All States; Here’s Why In the NewsFeb 8, 2024 Point: America’s Murder Rate Dropped Historically — but Not in All States; Here’s Why Nick Wilson writes in "DC Journal" about the details of the recent drop in the U.S. homicide rate. Feb 8, 2024 DC Journal Nick Wilson
Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads VideoFeb 6, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads Pastor Raymond Solorzano shares how his message of hope for those affected by gun violence can help inspire a life free of violence. Feb 6, 2024 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan, Matthew Gossage
Community Violence Intervention: Susan Lee and Chicago CRED VideoFeb 1, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Susan Lee and Chicago CRED Susan Lee, chief of strategy and policy at Chicago CRED, explains why gun violence is a modern-day civil rights issue and how community violence intervention (CVI) strategies must be part of any public safety strategy to address racial inequity and structural violence. Feb 1, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan, Matthew Gossage
In 2023, Gun Violence Trended Down Across the Country ArticleJan 31, 2024 In 2023, Gun Violence Trended Down Across the Country Rates of U.S. gun violence decreased in 2023—but not all states and cities experienced equal public safety gains. Jan 31, 2024 Chandler Hall
Community Violence Intervention: Denise Villamil and Southern California Crossroads VideoJan 3, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Denise Villamil and Southern California Crossroads Denise Villamil, executive director of Southern California Crossroads, discusses how her own lived experience in a community with fewer opportunities has informed her holistic approach to community violence intervention. Jan 3, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 4 More Hai-Lam Phan, Madalyn Reagan, Toni Pandolfo, Ala Al Sadi
Debunking CVI Myths: CVI Is Only Street Outreach VideoDec 21, 2023 Debunking CVI Myths: CVI Is Only Street Outreach In this video, Susan Lee, chief of strategy and policy at Chicago CRED, shares how community violence intervention work has evolved over time to provide more holistic and evidence-based approaches to violence prevention. Dec 21, 2023 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Arnitta R. Holliman, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Debunking CVI Myths: Frontline Workers Are Not Professionals VideoDec 21, 2023 Debunking CVI Myths: Frontline Workers Are Not Professionals In this video, community violence intervention leaders Juan Carter, Melvyn Hayward, and Susan Lee push back on common misconceptions about frontline workers and discuss the unique expertise required to do this lifesaving work effectively. Dec 21, 2023 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Arnitta R. Holliman, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Community Violence Intervention: Juan Avila and Garden Pathways VideoDec 12, 2023 Community Violence Intervention: Juan Avila and Garden Pathways Juan Avila, chief operating officer at Garden Pathways, recounts the impact mentoring made on the life of one participant in a life-or-death situation. Dec 12, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 5 More Hai-Lam Phan, Madalyn Reagan, Ronnie Rivera, Ashley Joo, Ala Al Sadi
9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Past EventDec 5, 2023 9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Join CAP for a summit featuring speeches and discussions by leading advocates of the gun violence prevention movement. Dec 5, 2023 Nick Wilson, Rep. Joaquin Castro, Gregory Jackson Jr., 31 More Rob Wilcox, Rep. Lucy McBath, Aswad Thomas, Oronde McClain, Ben Conarck, Jim MacMillan, Jennifer Mascia, Chee’Tara Alexander, Gretta Gardner, Esq., Sandra Pilgrim-Lewis, Tiffany Garner, Darrell Anderson, Chris Edge, Mia Tretta, Dr. Joseph Richardson, Garnell Whitfield Jr., Arnitta R. Holliman, Vincent Schiraldi, Aalayah Eastmond, Trevon Bosley, Brande Thompson, LCPC, Lisa Geller, Traci Kurtzer, Reggie Moore, Lydia Watts, Esq., Fernando Rejón, Toni K. Rivera, Maiya Shackelford, Chandler Hall, Brandon Wolf, Rep. Maxwell Frost
9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit (Online) Past EventDec 5, 2023 9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit (Online) Join CAP for a summit featuring speeches and discussions by leading advocates of the gun violence prevention movement. Dec 5, 2023
We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In the NewsNov 10, 2023 We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In an op-ed for DC Journal, Sabrina Talukder and Nick Wilson examine the real-life impacts of the U.S. Supreme Court’s impending decision in United States v. Rahimi. Nov 10, 2023 DC Journal Sabrina Talukder, Nick Wilson
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOct 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
From the Front Lines: Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs Give Gun Violence Survivors Opportunities To Thrive VideoOct 19, 2023 From the Front Lines: Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs Give Gun Violence Survivors Opportunities To Thrive Chris Edge, a survivor-advocate from Washington, D.C., shares his story of triumph and why he credits a hospital-based violence intervention program with helping him become a leader in his community. Oct 19, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Ronnie Rivera, Ala Al Sadi
What Does Community Violence Intervention Mean? Hear From People on the Front Lines of Preventing Gun Violence VideoOct 6, 2023 What Does Community Violence Intervention Mean? Hear From People on the Front Lines of Preventing Gun Violence Community violence intervention workers from across the United States explain and reflect on their work in preventing violence in their communities. Oct 6, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, 6 More Audrey Smith, Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Hai-Lam Phan, Ronnie Rivera, Ala Al Sadi
From the Front Lines: Chicago CRED’s Effort To Stop Gun Violence VideoSep 26, 2023 From the Front Lines: Chicago CRED’s Effort To Stop Gun Violence Melvyn Hayward of Chicago CRED shares how life experiences led him to work toward ending gun violence in his community. Sep 26, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, 4 More Audrey Smith, Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Hai-Lam Phan
Disarm Hate: A Summary of Key Challenges and Solutions Fact SheetSep 13, 2023 Disarm Hate: A Summary of Key Challenges and Solutions This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report on how the Disarm Hate Act can prevent hate-fueled gun violence in the United States. Sep 13, 2023 Allison Jordan
The Disarm Hate Act Would Help Prevent Hate-Motivated Gun Violence ReportSep 13, 2023 The Disarm Hate Act Would Help Prevent Hate-Motivated Gun Violence To respond to the United States’ rising tide of violent hate crimes and prevent them before they happen, Congress should pass the Disarm Hate Act into law. Sep 13, 2023 Allison Jordan
Why We Fight: Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Stories VideoAug 21, 2023 Why We Fight: Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Stories Survivors and parents of gun violence victims share their stories and how they turned their loss into strength by fighting to end gun violence in America. Aug 21, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Andrew Sonntag, 1 More Hai-Lam Phan
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, 1 Year Later ReportAug 10, 2023 The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, 1 Year Later The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the first major federal gun safety bill passed in nearly 30 years, has closed gun law loopholes and implemented new gun violence prevention policies, as well as made significant investments in school and community safety that are saving lives. Aug 10, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Allison Jordan
In Their Own Words: Talking to Gun Violence Survivors VideoJul 20, 2023 In Their Own Words: Talking to Gun Violence Survivors Survivors and family members of gun violence victims share their deeply personal experiences to guide others on how to create space, listen, and support survivors of gun violence. Jul 20, 2023 Nick Wilson, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, Andrew Sonntag, 3 More Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
La súplica de una madre para detener el flujo de armas estadounidenses a México VideoJun 27, 2023 La súplica de una madre para detener el flujo de armas estadounidenses a México La activista de derechos humanos mexicana María Herrera Magdaleno discute el impacto devastador del flujo de armas estadounidenses hacia México, incluyendo la desaparición forzada de cuatro de sus hijos. Jun 27, 2023 Nick Wilson, Andrew Sonntag, Rafael Medina, 4 More Gaby Blanco, Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan, Julia Schroeder
A Mother’s Plea to Stop the Flow of U.S. Guns to Mexico VideoJun 27, 2023 A Mother’s Plea to Stop the Flow of U.S. Guns to Mexico Mexican human rights activist María Herrera Magdaleno discusses the devastating impact of U.S. guns flowing to Mexico, including the forced disappearance of four of her sons. Jun 27, 2023 Nick Wilson, Andrew Sonntag, Rafael Medina, 4 More Gaby Blanco, Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan, Julia Schroeder
A Place for Us: A Memoir, in Conversation With Brandon J. Wolf and Chasten Buttigieg Past EventJun 21, 2023 A Place for Us: A Memoir, in Conversation With Brandon J. Wolf and Chasten Buttigieg Join Brandon J. Wolf, Chasten Buttigieg, and the Center for American Progress for an armchair conversation to discuss LGBTQI+ rights, gun violence prevention, and finding purpose and power through tragedy. Jun 21, 2023
Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Messages to Lawmakers VideoJun 13, 2023 Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Messages to Lawmakers In honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, gun violence survivors from across the country share their messages to elected officials and demand they take action to save lives. Jun 13, 2023 Nick Wilson, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, Andrew Sonntag, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo
8 Ways To Reduce Gun Violence in Minnesota ReportJun 6, 2023 8 Ways To Reduce Gun Violence in Minnesota In Minnesota, violent crime is increasingly fueled by firearms, as the state lacks foundational gun control laws that would improve public safety and save lives. Jun 6, 2023 Allison Jordan
Delaware Lawmakers Can Reduce Gun Violence by Passing a Permit-to-Purchase Law Fact SheetMay 5, 2023 Delaware Lawmakers Can Reduce Gun Violence by Passing a Permit-to-Purchase Law Lawmakers have an opportunity to increase public safety and save lives by passing and effectively implementing a permit-to-purchase law, which requires an individual to obtain a license before purchasing a firearm. May 5, 2023 Nick Wilson, Eugenio Weigend Vargas, Marissa Edmund, 1 More Traci Manza Murphy
How Policymakers Can Reduce Gun Violence in Michigan ReportApr 25, 2023 How Policymakers Can Reduce Gun Violence in Michigan This report highlights additional opportunities for Michigan policymakers to improve public safety through the enactment of popular and proven policies that many other states have successfully adopted to save lives. Apr 25, 2023 Allison Jordan
Guns Without Borders Past EventApr 17, 2023 Guns Without Borders Addressing the flow of U.S. firearms to Mexico and Central America Apr 17, 2023 Nick Wilson, Nick Wilson
School Shooting Survivor Mia Tretta Shares Message on Staying Focused Amid Endless Tragedies VideoMar 31, 2023 School Shooting Survivor Mia Tretta Shares Message on Staying Focused Amid Endless Tragedies Mia Tretta—a survivor of the Saugus High School shooting in Santa Clarita, California—speaks with the Center for American Progress about her experience and the need to maintain momentum following such gun violence tragedies. Mar 31, 2023 Tymoni Correa-Buntley, Andrew Sonntag, Hai-Lam Phan
8th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Past EventDec 6, 2022 8th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Addressing the largest challenges and opportunities facing the gun violence prevention movement Dec 6, 2022
Gun Violence Has a Devastating Impact on Hispanic Communities Fact SheetNov 1, 2022 Gun Violence Has a Devastating Impact on Hispanic Communities Hispanic and Latino communities are disproportionately at risk from rising rates of gun violence, but elected officials in these communities have so far failed to act. Nov 1, 2022 Allison Jordan
Weak Gun Laws Are Harmful to Women and Survivors of Domestic Violence Fact SheetOct 31, 2022 Weak Gun Laws Are Harmful to Women and Survivors of Domestic Violence States with weak gun violence prevention laws see significantly higher rates of female gun homicide, while states with strong guns laws have much lower rates. Oct 31, 2022 Marissa Edmund
Centering Youth in Community Violence Interventions as Part of a Comprehensive Approach to Countering Gun Violence ReportOct 11, 2022 Centering Youth in Community Violence Interventions as Part of a Comprehensive Approach to Countering Gun Violence Community violence intervention programs are a critical part of a comprehensive approach to reduce the impact of rising gun violence on youth and in U.S. communities. Oct 11, 2022 Terrell Thomas, Rachael Eisenberg
Fact Sheet: Weakening Requirements to Carry a Concealed Firearm Increases Violent Crime Fact SheetOct 4, 2022 Fact Sheet: Weakening Requirements to Carry a Concealed Firearm Increases Violent Crime States weakening concealed carry requirements is an increasing trend resulting in rising violent crime. Oct 4, 2022 Nick Wilson
Gun Violence in Rural America Fact SheetSep 26, 2022 Gun Violence in Rural America While politicians and the media have largely focused their attention on gun violence in large cities, rural communities continue to see a rise in gun-related deaths. Sep 26, 2022 David Correa, Nick Wilson
National Film Premiere: ‘Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote’ Past EventSep 15, 2022 National Film Premiere: ‘Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote’ Please join CAP's Reel Progress program and Brave New Films for a film screening of "Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote," followed by a discussion with a panel of esteemed experts. Sep 15, 2022
Guns Are Fueling the Rise in Domestic Extremist Violence Across the Country Fact SheetSep 15, 2022 Guns Are Fueling the Rise in Domestic Extremist Violence Across the Country The rise in domestic extremism across the country is being fueled by easy access to guns and dangerous right-wing propaganda. Sep 15, 2022 Marissa Edmund
Debunking Myths the Gun Lobby Perpetuates Following Mass Shootings Fact SheetSep 8, 2022 Debunking Myths the Gun Lobby Perpetuates Following Mass Shootings The facts disprove the dangerous myths that the gun lobby routinely deploys following mass shootings in its attempts to undermine calls for commonsense gun reform. Sep 8, 2022 Allison Jordan
Recommendations for Newly Confirmed ATF Director Steve Dettelbach Sign-On LetterAug 26, 2022 Recommendations for Newly Confirmed ATF Director Steve Dettelbach This coalition letter, led by the Center for American Progress in partnership with gun violence prevention and allied organizations, includes a list of immediate actions the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives can take to reduce gun violence. Aug 26, 2022 Nick Wilson, Allison Jordan
Fact Sheet: Weak Gun Laws Are Driving Increases in Violent Crime Fact SheetAug 18, 2022 Fact Sheet: Weak Gun Laws Are Driving Increases in Violent Crime States that have recently weakened their gun laws are seeing increases in violent crime. Aug 18, 2022 Nick Wilson
Continuing Efforts To Slow Violent Crime ReportJul 27, 2022 Continuing Efforts To Slow Violent Crime Houston, Boston, and Newark have improved public safety through violence prevention efforts outside traditional law enforcement. Jul 27, 2022 Rachael Eisenberg, Allie Preston
Media Coverage Often Ignore Guns as the Main Driver of the Recent Rise in Violent Crime ArticleJul 20, 2022 Media Coverage Often Ignore Guns as the Main Driver of the Recent Rise in Violent Crime The word “gun” or another synonymous variation was only included in 3.5 percent of headlines and summaries of online news posts that included the words “murders” or “homicides,” even though 80 percent of homicides are committed with a firearm, and gun homicides increased by 35 percent. Jul 20, 2022 Will Ragland