It has often, maybe even always, been women who lead the way on social change. Now we are grandmothers and still have a zest for activism.
Grandmothers Against Gun Violence is a grassroots organization engaging our members in advocacy to enact legislation that reduces gun violence in collaboration with other gun violence prevention organizations in Washington State.
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WHO ARE WE? >>>
Advocates for common sense gun laws;
Activists who attend public meetings, events, and rallies;
Educators invested in helping others learn the importance of gun safety and related issues;
Collaborators who reach out to build community with diverse partner organizations; we bring people together to explore challenging issues and find common ground to move toward a safer community for all.
WHAT DO WE SUPPORT? >>>
Common sense measures to reduce gun violence
Banning military-style assault weapons and high-capacity magazines
Background checks to purchase ammunition and licenses to sell ammunition
Public funding for gun violence research
Changing state law to allow the destruction of confiscated guns
WHAT CAN YOU DO? >>>
TAKING ACTION TO MAKE THE WORLD SAFER IS POSSIBLE. WHAT ACTION CAN YOU TAKE?
. . . to help those affected directly or indirectly by gun violence
. . . to get actively involved in working to reduce the problem
. . . to take meaningful steps to address the many issues related to gun ownership
WHAT HAVE WE DONE? >>>
WE HAVE COLLABORATED SUCCESSFULLY TO:
Require background checks on sales of firearms, including assault weapons
Require safe storage of firearms
Restrict the open carry of firearms
Pass police accountability measures
Ban untraceable “ghost guns”
And more….