Communities Unite for Wear Orange Weekend: Honoring Gun Violence Victims and Advocating for Change

June 9, 2024
Communities Unite for Wear Orange Weekend: Honoring Gun Violence Victims and Advocating for Change
  • Community members in Lansing, Michigan, and Allegheny County participated in Wear Orange events to honor victims of gun violence and call for an end to the issue.

  • In Davenport, speakers at Vander Veer Park emphasized the importance of remembering victims, supporting survivors, and celebrating activists like Mikey 23.

  • The Quad Cities Moms Demand Action group advocated for gun legislation, including red flag laws.

  • In Allegheny County, groups such as Moms Demand Action and H.O.O.P. Alliance provided resources and support to combat violence in areas like Braddock.

  • Elected officials, survivors, and advocates stressed the need for unity and collaboration to prevent further tragedies and end the cycle of violence.

  • The Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ hosted a roundtable discussion in Frederick County during Wear Orange Weekend, where attendees shared personal experiences with gun violence.

  • Community leaders and advocates discussed ways to support survivors, improve mental health resources, and raise awareness of trauma's impact.

  • The event aimed to provide a platform for survivors to connect and heal, addressing the ongoing challenges faced by those affected by gun violence.

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