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Firearm violence
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Black families most in need of victim compensation funds, yet more likely to be denied
A new study shows that Black families who lost a relative to homicide are most likely to file victim compensation…
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How to navigate the complex challenges and potential impact of reporting about domestic violence
At HJ25, panelists encouraged journalists to explore the full narrative of what domestic violence is and survivorship feels like.
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12 harmful practices to avoid when covering gun violence
Journalists covering gun violence should be aware of these harmful practices and actively avoid engaging in them.
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How can AHCJ’s firearm violence and trauma page better serve you?
We want to know how our firearm violence and trauma page has helped your reporting and what’s missing from our…
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Why health journalists should write more about shooting survivors
Amplifying the voices of shooting survivors is critical for understanding the full extent of firearm violence.
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Dueling public health crises: Overdoses and firearm injuries a deadly combination in Indianapolis
Two years of data in Indianapolis show that 75% of census tracts in the city had both high rates of…
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Children in U.S. face rising risk of losing a parent to firearm violence or overdose
Drugs and firearms caused 23% of all parental deaths in the U.S. in 2020 compared to 12% in 1999, researchers…
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Comprehensive, state-by-state violent death data helps explain firearm violence trends
On the firearm violence beat, it’s crucial to have comprehensive data — but it’s often the most difficult part of…
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Tool to help doctors discuss firearm violence with patients may inspire story ideas
Health care professionals are often on the frontlines of the firearm violence epidemic, caring for the thousands who are shot…
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Reframing Firearm Violence: How journalists can use research in their reporting
In this webinar, experts and journalists will discuss where to find the best data and research on firearm and gun…