During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, violence against women and LGBT* persons has been increasing. Isolation, anxiety, and economic insecurity can be factors associated with increased control and violence within the home. In cases of domestic violence, the presence of a gun increases the likelihood of homicide five-fold. Maybe you have seen worrying trends in your surroundings? Your actions are important right now because now we must create a safer society together!  

Read more: Gender-based Gun Violence