What a great #NYVPW at Law!!!

We’re so grateful for the teamwork and collaboration with the Courage Club in putting together a successful week on educating our community on youth violence.

Thanks to everyone who participated 🧡💗🧡💗

Spread kindness everyday!
Focusing on 1. Health 2. Family 3. Education and 4. Community! We foster 'for' giving hearts and responsible citizenship. #FGH #fourgivinghearts
#nationalyouthviolencepreventionweek #NYVPW #SEL #Upstander #diversity #inclusion

🚨 Exciting news! Marion County Youth Violence Prevention Coalition is providing FREE gun lock boxes at Saturday’s Peace Walk in honor of #NYVPW . Let's make our community safer by storing firearms unloaded and locked, with ammunition locked in a separate location.
📅April 27, 2:00-3:30 pm
📍601 East 17th St
#SaferINDY

Targeted school violence is preventable. In U.S. Secret Service's analysis of 67 disrupted plots against #K12 schools, tragedy was averted when community members– including students– reported concerning behaviors. Watch for more findings from the study: youtube.com/watch?v=-TVdrr… #NYVPW

Grab your water bottle, tie your tennies, and let's walk for peace!
📅Today at 2:00 PM.
📍Kennedy King Memorial Initiative, 601 E. 17th St.

#GunViolencePrevention #NYVPW #SaferINDY
Indianapolis Mayor's Youth Leadership Council HCGV (Hoosiers Concerned About Gun Violence) MCCOY (Marion County Commission on Youth) Peace Learning Center Moms Demand Action Students Demand Action Indy Public Safety Foundation

Firearms now kill more children ages 1-17 than any other cause.

The U.S. has a child and teen firearm mortality rate that is over 9 times the rate of Canada.

Among peer nations, the U.S. has by far the highest child & teen firearm mortality rate.

#GunLawsSaveLives #NYVPW KFF

This is National Youth Violence Prevention Week. This is the time to recognize the impact of bullying, physical, and emotional violence on youth. Everyone has a role to play in preventing youth violence. Join efforts to protect the childhood of all children. #NYVPW

Examples of school violence include bullying, physical fighting, & weapon use. These incidents affect both the students involved and the broader school community.

CDC Injury Center breaks down additional facts about school violence and resources to help: go.dhs.gov/ZNF #NYVPW

Thanks so much to everyone who joined us today for the Peace Walk!
#GunViolencePrevention #NYVPW #SaferINDY

#NYVPW : Strategies for school violence prevention and intervention must be based on knowledge about contributing factors. Get resources based on research about what works to keep K-12 schools and students safe from violence: nij.ojp.gov/topics/crime/s… #SchoolSafety #SchoolViolence

Addressing teen dating violence, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse, is a priority for healthy youth development. Five critical pieces of info from NIJ-supported research can help prevent and respond to this violence: nij.ojp.gov/topics/article… #NYVPW 2024 #NYVPW

A groundbreaking study conducted by NORC, BGSUSociology, and FSU Criminology/Criminal Justice found key teen dating violence trends that help inform preventing and responding to instances of abuse. Learn more and share for #NYVPW : nij.ojp.gov/topics/article…

#HCPs : Violence can limit life opportunities, lead to emotional and physical health problems, and shorten lives. During Youth Violence Prevention Week, learn how violence impacts youth: bit.ly/3w6kaBq

#NYVPW

Thanks so much to everyone who joined us today for the Peace Walk!
#GunViolencePrevention #NYVPW #SaferINDY

Trey's insight speaks volumes: youth need to see action, not just words. Transparency, accountability, and follow-through are crucial in violence prevention work. Let's honor youth voice by committing to real change this week and beyond.
#YouthVoice #YVPW #NYVPW #CUTrailblazers

It’s National Youth Violence Prevention Week! Visit @REMSTACenter’s Human-Caused Threats page for a variety of resources to prevent violence at your school. Click here to explore: rems.ed.gov/Resources/Spec…
#NYVPW #FunFactFriday

As teens experience more violence, their health risks increase. Here’s what families and communities can do: bit.ly/violenceandtee…

#NationalYouthViolencePreventionWeek #NYVPW

#NYVPW was truly inspiring. As we reflect on some of the gems & wisdom, we encourage others to not let their fear fuel their actions, but their faith that the work we are doing today will build safe, healthy, & hopeful communities for tomorrow.

Don’t forget to wear your orange SAVE shirts or pink Courage Club shirts today!!! #NYVPW #SAVEPromiseClub The Advocate

Youth violence prevention needs to incorporate youth voices, and that's exactly what Impact Sac Student Voices does. #NYVPW twitter.com/UCDavisCVP/sta…