The horrifying fact in America at this time is that gun violence, directly or indirectly, touches everyone. That said, we are all survivors of gun violence. In efforts to bring awareness to this issue and try to #endgunviolence, Madness Cafe is doing a special series about gun violence. This episode is part 1 of 4 in that series. Joining Raquel and Jennifer to discuss gun violence and how to end it is Celeste Kanpurwala, the Michigan chapter leader of Moms Demand Action.

Moms Demand Action, https://momsdemandaction.org/
"Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. We pass stronger gun laws and work to close the loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families. We also work in our own communities and with business leaders to encourage a culture of responsible gun ownership. We know that gun violence is preventable, and we’re committed to doing what it takes to keep families safe."

To reach out to the Michigan chapter of Moms Demand Action: [email protected]

Where you can find Celeste:
Twitter: @celkanpurwala
Website: http://boldbravegoddess.com
IG: @boldbravegoddess
Email: [email protected]

Articles referenced and inspiration for episode:
https://www.gunviolencearchive.org/
https://www.rd.com/article/commonsense-gun-laws/
https://www.everytown.org/
https://www.betterhelp.com/

https://www.boldbravegoddess.com/post/how-you-can-help-end-gun-violence

1. Become more politically active.
2. Attend community meetings where decisions are being made and where community leaders are present.
3. Talk to your school leaders.
4. When your kids are going over to other people’s houses, make sure you are asking the adults in the household if they have guns present.
5. Support community and hospital based violence intervention programs.
6. DON’T support organizations, companies, and stores who don’t recognize gun safety and especially those who negligently flout gun extremism.
7. Talk to those friends and family members who are difficult.
8. Check out Moms Demand Action and other organizations too.
9. Lift up the voices of the students who are making a difference in this movement.
10. Take care of yourself. 

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