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gun violence
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Want to join an association for gun violence reporting?
Journalists have launched the Association of Gun Violence Reporters to provide a collaborative space for people reporting on the topic.
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The Trace seeks input from journalists for new gun violence data hub
The nonprofit newsroom is looking to connect with journalists covering gun violence, crime, public safety and public health.
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Why it matters that the Surgeon General called firearm violence a public health crisis
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy officially called firearm violence an “urgent public health crisis.” Here’s why that matters.
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‘Minimizing harm:’ New toolkit provides best practices for reporting on gun violence
The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting recently published a very useful toolkit for reporters covering the topic.
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New gun owners open to committing political violence, survey finds
Despite the alarming findings, researchers expressed hope that their findings will guide political violence prevention measures.
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Study reveals who veterans trust the most on safe gun storage
The study surveyed service members who own firearms to see who they found to be the most and least credible…
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What to know before covering the next mass shooting
Mass shootings tend to capture the most attention, outrage and coverage, despite making up a very small percentage of overall…
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Gun violence reporting certification: What it is and why journalists should get it
The movement for less episodic and more thoughtful gun violence coverage is growing, as are opportunities for journalists to learn…
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Tips for shifting gun violence reporting toward a public health lens
In this webinar, experts and journalists will discuss where to find the best data and research on firearm and gun…
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Nearly 43,000 people died from gun violence in 2023: How to tell the story
The health and economic costs of American gun violence are rising each year, according to a new report from NIHCM.