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The MA Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence envisions a world where every one of us, in every zip code, lives free from the threat of gun violence.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month — and guns make domestic violence much more deadly. When an abuser has access to a gun, a woman is 5 times more likely to be killed.

When we combine strong gun laws that restrict abusers’ access to guns with robust funding for victims’ support services, we can build safer communities and save lives.

The Coalition is committed to centering domestic violence survivors in our gun violence prevention work. Gun violence prevention is domestic violence prevention — and we can’t end domestic violence without addressing the deadly role of guns.

➡️ Swipe to learn more about the intersection of guns and domestic violence.

💜 If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the confidential National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). For Massachusetts-based resources, visit www.janedoe.org by @macopgv

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One year ago, Massachusetts took action and passed its strongest gun safety legislation since 2014.

The Coalition advocated tirelessly with our state and national partners for key policies that successfully made it into the final version of this law. Research shows that strong gun laws like this one save lives - and we are committed to making sure that this lifesaving law is fully implemented.

➡️ Swipe to learn more about key policies contained in this groundbreaking law.

📚 For more in-depth information, check out our comprehensive fact sheet at the link in our bio. by @macopgv

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This week, Coalition staff joined gun violence prevention partners from across Massachusetts for Health Resources in Action’s Gun Violence Researcher Breakfast!

Investing in public health research is essential to shaping effective policies that disrupt cycles of violence and save lives. We’re so grateful for this opportunity to learn from and collaborate with such dedicated research partners working to advance violence prevention and community safety across the Commonwealth. by @macopgv

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As Suicide Prevention Awareness Month comes to an end, we want to highlight once again that the gun violence crisis in Massachusetts is also a suicide crisis.

Every year, the majority of gun deaths in Massachusetts are suicides. We cannot end gun violence in the Commonwealth without addressing the suicide crisis and the role that guns are playing in it.

How you can take action today:
1. Practice safe storage. Keep all guns unloaded, locked in a secure container, and separate from ammunition.
2. Know your options. Learn about Extreme Risk Protection Orders in Massachusetts at www.maerpo.org.
3. Access resources for yourself and loved ones. Visit www.samaritans.org for Massachusetts-based services and resources.

💜 If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

#suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness by @macopgv

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Recently, Coalition staff attended the @utec.inc Streetworker Conference at Gillette Stadium!

We had a blast celebrating the frontline workers who build safer communities every day, while learning about the latest community violence intervention (CVI) strategies that prevent violence and save lives.

For the first time, the Coalition presented a workshop of our own. We explored the intersections of gun culture, masculinity, and gender-based violence, with a focus on how men can prevent violence in their communities. One of the most meaningful conversations concerned the messages men and boys receive from an early age about guns and masculinity — from gendered toys like G.I. Joes to broader cultural messages that market guns as a way to “be a man.”

We are so grateful to the men who shared their thoughts and experiences with us, and to UTEC for holding space for these critical conversations. by @macopgv

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Coalition staff were thrilled to join the @yesforasafema campaign on Sunday as Governor @maura_healey announced her endorsement to protect the 2024 gun safety law from repeal!

This lifesaving law bans untraceable ghost guns, expands Extreme Risk Protection Orders to prevent gun suicides and mass shootings, prohibits guns in polling places, and more.

The Coalition played a pivotal role in advocating for this law. Then the gun lobby gathered enough signatures to place a question on the ballot that would repeal it in its entirety. The YES on 9 campaign is fighting to protect this legislation and keep our gun laws strong.

🗣️ This November, vote YES on question 9 to keep this lifesaving law in place!

#yeson9 #SaferMassachusetts #YesForASafeMA #VoteYesOn9 by @macopgv

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NEXT WEEK - Join us for our second September lunch and learn, highlighting the lifesaving work of suicide prevention organization @deedeescry!

DeeDee’s Cry is Massachusetts’ first BIPOC-focused suicide prevention organization. Founded in 2017, it provides culturally responsive suicide prevention, postvention, mental health education, peer support, and resources for individuals and families.

We’ll speak with Founder/Executive Director Toy Burton about DeeDee Cry’s lifesaving work, the role that firearms play in suicide, and how we can take action to save lives.

WHEN: Monday, September 28th at 12PM
WHERE: Virtual via Zoom

✅ Registration is required, so sign up at the link in our bio!

#suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness by @macopgv

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Coalition staff spent Sunday in community at the @bostonteachersunion Back to School Fair!

We spoke with students, parents, and educators about how gun violence impacts their communities and why we should vote YES on 9 to protect our strong gun safety laws.

Our community whiteboard also asked: What does community safety look like to you?

People shared everything from well-funded afterschool programs, to knowing their neighbors, to leaders who are accountable to their communities. These conversations remind us that the safest communities are the ones with the most resources, and help inform all of our violence prevention work.

Thank you to everyone who came by to say hello and start a conversation! Together, we’re building safer communities that are free from gun violence. 🧡 by @macopgv

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Join us for our second September lunch and learn highlighting the lifesaving work of Coalition member organization — @deedeescry!

DeeDee’s Cry is Massachusetts’ first BIPOC-focused suicide prevention organization. Founded in 2017, it provides culturally responsive suicide prevention, postvention, mental health education, peer support, and resources for individuals and families.

We'll speak with Founder/Executive Director Toy Burton about:
• DeeDee's Cry's culturally responsive approach to suicide prevention
•. The role firearms play in the suicide crisis
•. How you can take action to save lives

WHEN: Monday, September 28th at 12PM
WHERE: Virtual via Zoom

✅ Registration is required, so sign up at the link in our bio!

#suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness by @macopgv

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🚨 New research alert!

A new study from the @violencepolicycenter finds that states with stronger gun laws and lower gun ownership have lower suicide rates — and that Massachusetts has the third-lowest suicide rate in the country.

Firearms are the most lethal means of suicide and limiting access during moments of crisis is critical to suicide prevention. Massachusetts has multiple laws that serve this purpose, including extreme risk protection orders, permits and licensing, and safe storage laws.

➡️ You can read the full report at the link in our bio.

💜 If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For Massachusetts-based resources, visit www.samaritanshope.org.

#suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness by @macopgv

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🗣️ NEXT WEEK — Join us for our next Lunch and Learn with Maternal Child Health/Violence Prevention Consultant Tiffany Garner! 🗣️

Homicide is now the leading cause of death for pregnant and postpartum people. We’ll explore the role that guns are playing in this crisis — and how we can take action to save lives.

WHEN: Thursday, September 24th at 12PM
WHERE: Virtual via Zoom

✅ Registration is required, so sign up at the link in our bio! by @macopgv

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Today is Firearm Suicide Prevention Day. Guns are the most lethal means of suicide and limiting access in moments of crisis saves lives.

How you can take action today:
🔐 Practice safe storage. Keep your firearm unloaded, locked in a safe container, and separate from ammunition.
📚 Learn more about Extreme Risk Protection Orders in Massachusetts — civil court orders that temporarily remove firearm access from someone in crisis — at www.maerpo.org
🩵 Access MA-based suicide prevention resources from @samaritanshope at www.samaritanshope.org.

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. by @macopgv

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