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Recognizing the disproportionate impact of gun violence on Black communities, Students Demand Action partners with Black students and those attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to amplify voices, support survivors, and drive systemic change. By equipping student leaders with the tools to advocate for lasting solutions, we aim to transform the culture surrounding gun violence and empower communities to create safer, stronger futures.

Getting involved with Students Demand Action as a Black Student Organizer is like climbing the rungs on a ladder: Each step represents empowerment and progress toward building safer communities and creating lasting change. Check out our ladder of engagement and see all of the ways you can get involved. 

Everytown for Gun Safety’s Young Black Change-Makers Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, Saturday and Sunday, November 11-12, 2023.

Research and Resources

Explore key research and statistics on the impact of gun violence on historically Black communities:

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Black Students Affinity Group

Connect with the Black Students Affinity group, an excellent community of other Black student organizers working to end gun violence in their communities.

Affinity groups are a space for Students Demand Action leaders and team members who share an identity to meet, build community, brainstorm initiatives, and work together. The Black Students Affinity Group meets each third Thursday of the month where we will talk about building the movement in our communities, how to stay engaged, and gain community within the Black Students Demand Action universe. Find out when your next affinity group meeting is by looking at our Find an Event tool.

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Join Students Demand Action

Don’t have time to start a group? Join the Students Demand Action team in your state. We’ll make sure you are connected with our network nationally and in your state. You’ll receive our monthly newsletter with actions you can take and we’ll connect you with other students in your state via our Slack Workspace. Team members are invited to join National Leadership calls, statewide and regional events, and receive calls to action related to campaigns specific to your state.

Movement Builder

Organizing in your community, high school, or college is essential for addressing issues that affect Black students directly.

  • Our Students Demand Action chapters aim to empower Black student leaders and allies, drawing members from schools across the area to create a diverse and representative membership reflective of our larger community. 
  • Your involvement in our community group can serve as the catalyst for a broader movement that amplifies the voices of Black students within Students Demand Action. Let’s get started together and make our voices heard!

Connect, heal, and lead through the Everytown Survivor Network. The Everytown Survivor Network empowers individuals personally impacted by gun violence to connect with others, share their stories, and take action to create safer communities. Whether you’ve witnessed or experienced gun violence, lost a loved one, or survived domestic violence involving a gun, you are not alone. Join a supportive community of survivors dedicated to healing, advocacy, and driving meaningful change.

Definition of a Survivor

The Everytown Survivor Network includes anyone who has personally experienced gun violence—whether you have witnessed an act of gun violence, been threatened or wounded with a gun, or had someone you know wounded or killed with a gun. This includes, but is not limited to, gun suicides, domestic violence involving a gun, mass shootings, and unintentional shootings.

Educational Materials

At the heart of our movement lies education, empowerment, and action. Explore our collection of educational materials designed to empower Black students to drive change and foster authentic organizing within our communities. Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies for authentic organizing within BIPOC communities. Our slide decks offer a comprehensive guide to understanding the dynamics of community organizing, navigating challenges, and amplifying voices effectively.

These blog posts are more than just words on a screen—they are testaments to the resilience, passion, and collective power of our communities. Join us as we elevate voices, share experiences, and inspire action. Together, let’s continue to shape a world where every voice is heard, and every individual can thrive.

Get Involved

Connect with our HBCU organizers: Reach out to students@everytown.org for more information.

Are you a student at a Historically Black College or University? Meet with us!

  • Gun violence disproportionately affects people of color. That’s why Students Demand Action is actively engaging with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to amplify voices, provide resources, and uplift communities. Students Demand Action is here to support you every step of the way. Reach out to us at students@everytown.org and learn how you can get involved! Unlock your potential and become a leader in the fight against gun violence. 
  • Don’t wait! Reach out to our team and join Students Demand Action in bringing gun violence prevention to our  HBCUs in our mission to create safer communities for all. Together, we can make a difference.