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From Illinois to the Nation: Together-Stop Gun Violence: Local Voices-National Impact 9/25@7P CST
From Illinois to the Nation: Together-Stop Gun Violence: Local Voices-National Impact 9/25@7P CST
_ Join us on Thursday, September 25st for the next meeting of the NWSOFA–Indivisible Gun Violence Prevention Issue Team. This month, we’re proud to bring you an especially powerful program, covering key developments at the local, state, and national levels in the fight to end gun violence_
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We are honored to welcome Nabeela Syed, Democratic Primary Candidate for Illinois State Senate seat in District 26, as our featured speaker. Key campaign issues for Syed include health care reform (with a focus on reproductive rights, mental health, and insurance coverage), economic relief for working families, stricter gun laws.
Our agenda also includes critical updates on the federal withdrawal of funding for Community Violence Interruption programs across the country. These programs, proven to save lives and reduce violence, face new challenges that require advocacy and collective action. We’ll discuss what this means for our local communities and how we can respond.
Finally, we are excited to announce a new partnership between NWSOFA’s Gun Violence Prevention team and Guns Down America. This collaboration will help us amplify our voice on the national stage, strengthen grassroots efforts, and push for impactful reforms that prioritize safety and well-being. Together, we’re building momentum for a safer future.
Each month, WHILE WE FOCUS ON IL, we share National news and legislation as we gather to honor those affected and to renew our commitment to fostering safer neighborhoods.
Community involvement plays a critical role in prevention efforts. By coming together, we amplify effective strategies such as safe firearm handling, youth mentorship programs, and public education campaigns. Small changes—safe locks, secure storage, and awareness—can make a true difference in keeping homes and streets safe.