Fighting Gun Violence
These groups, below, have stories about experiences of gun violence, information about current legislation in process at both the national and state levels, and of course, options for making donations and joining the groups. Some also offer speakers.
Everytown for Gun Safety
www.Everytown.org
A national organization containing information and advocacy opportunities
Lift Every Voice Oregon
www.Lifteveryvoiceoregon.com
This organization has information about current legislation and supports advocacy. It is related to Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.
Work is underway to get a ballot measure on gun control on the 2022 Oregon ballot.
Mom's Demand Action
momsdemandaction.org
This organization has connections with Everytown.org and has an informative website. There are state chapters of this organization.
Alliance for Gun Responsibility
Similar to the above groups, with information also related to the State of Washington. It does have general information, articles, and proposed action steps
Giffords
giffords.orgA former U.S. Congressperson, Gabby Giffords is herself a victim of gun violence. Postings on her page are updated with current issues and responses to shootings. There are statements by some candidates on their positions on gun violence. Also find her on Facebook by searching for Giffords.org or Gabby Giffords.
Gun Violence Archive
www.gunviolencearchive.org
This group contains the latest gun-related incidents on an ongoing tally of types of incidents, listed by state and nationally. Learn more in this article.
Sandy Hook Promise
www.Sandyhookpromise.org
Resources, facts, speakers, advocacy suggestions, and videos are available.