Resources and Materials

The face of gun violence is every face:  White, Hispanic, Asian and African American, young and old, mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers.  Statistics simply cannot convey the intensity of pain and magnitude of loss suffered by those who have lost a friend or loved one to gun violence.  Gun homicide and gun suicide create a unique set of circumstances for surviving family members and friends.  Though working with victims is a great challenge, the promise of hope and the possibility for healing and transformation are always present. The materials in this section are taken from a variety of sources and will help guide you as you undertake this crucial work.Gun Violence Prevention and the Faith Community Resources

• Gun Violence - A Study and Advocacy Packet - Mennonite Central Committee
• Denominational Statements on Gun Violence - Interfaith Initiative Against Gun Violence
• Persistence: Needful in Faith and Advocacy: Essential for Gun Violence Prevention - Gun Violence Prevention Network
• Presbyterian 101 - Gun Control
• Jewish Values and Gun Control - Jewish Action Center of Reform Judiasm
• Jewish Leaders Oppose Immunity for the Gun Industry - Jewish Action Center of Reform Judiasm

Educational Material

• For Adults 
• Steps To Prevent Firearm Injury In The Home (STOP 2)
• Order FREE Spanish Brochures and Posters
• Order full color Spanish brochures and Posters
• Hechinger Speakers Bureau (HSB)
• For Children
• A Day In The Neighborhood: A Gun Violence Prevention Game
• Clarence’s Adventures (English only)  
• Special resources for victims and co-victims of Gun Violence
• Common Reactions to Trauma
• Coping suggestions for Grievers
• Do’s And Don’ts Of Being Supportive
• Warning Signs of Trauma-related Stress
• Supportive Activities To Do With Your Family
• Helping Someone When A Loved One Has Been Murdered
• Victim Servicing organizations