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Read the new guide, “Policies to Reduce Gun Violence in Maryland”: publichealth.jhu.edu/sites/defaul...

A Roadmap For Safety: New Policies to Reduce Gun Violence in Maryland | Center for Gun Violence Solutions The Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions at the Bloomberg School of Public Health has released a new roadmap to help assist Maryland legislators in reducing gun violence in the state.

NEW ROADMAP OUT NOW: Policies to Reduce Gun Violence in Maryland. Our new guide offers a roadmap to stronger gun violence policies in Maryland. Produced in collaboration with/ @safermaryland.bsky.social, it shares data-informed steps for Maryland policymakers to reduce firearm deaths. Read about it:

Confronting the Violence Black Women and Girls Endure Addressing the gun violence crisis facing Black women and girls demands urgency, investment, and accountability.

Community safety cannot be built while entire experiences remain unseen.

Dr. Sylvia C. Washington of @jhucgvs.bsky.social explains what the field needs to do differently.

The data is clear: Black women and girls face serious and rising gun violence, yet their experiences are still too often overlooked in research, policy, and media coverage. What we fail to center, we fail to solve.

Happy Birthday, Hopkins!

150 years ago today, Johns Hopkins opened with a bold vision for learning and discovery. Come along as we look back at moments that shaped that legacy and continue to carry it forward.

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Gun violence has taken a disproportionate toll on Black communities – yet the experiences of Black women and girls are too often left out of the picture.

Last year, CGVS centered Black women and girls in a conversation about reducing violence and its effects. publichealth.jhu.edu/sites/defaul...

Column: Virginia needs a state center for gun violence prevention A statewide center for gun violence prevention would support data collection, research and effective policy implementation, the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions’ Lori Haas writ…

A new statewide center for gun violence prevention in Virginia would serve as a hub to coordinate strategy, support effective policy implementation, and much more.

Read the new opinion piece in @pilotonline.com by our advocacy manager @lorihaasva.bsky.social: www.pilotonline.com/2026/02/14/c...

Did Americans’ reasons for gun ownership differ in 2025 vs 2023?

Yes. In ways that signal an important warning for public safety and for democracy.

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Lisa Geller, MPH, and Spencer Cantrell, JD, faculty and co-leads of the National ERPO Resource Center, share insights on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs), also known as red flag laws, and lead a timely conversation on what the evidence tells us ab... SnapTalk: The Evidence on ERPOs

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Experts Lisa Geller and Spencer Cantrell shared insights on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) and why they matter for gun violence prevention: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9bUEb2vGdc

3 Data-Backed Strategies to Reduce Gun Violence Against Youth A public health researcher at the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions outlines a four-step approach to prevention.

There are data-backed strategies to save young lives. “We must reimagine and demand a country where our children can dream, learn, and grow free from the dangers and fear of gun violence.”

Read the new Children's Hospital Association op-ed by Sr. Research Data Analyst Nandita Somayaji:

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Snaptalk: The Evidence on ERPOs. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Save your spot for our next SnapTalk on February 12 at 11 AM with Lisa Geller and Spencer Cantrell faculty and co-leads of the National ERPO Resource Center. They’ll share insights on Extreme Risk Pro...

SnapTalk: The Evidence on ERPOs is LIVE TOMORROW February 12 at 11 AM with experts, Lisa Geller & Spencer Cantrell. They’ll share their insights on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs), how they’re being used, and why they matter for gun violence prevention.

Register: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Congratulations to Elizabeth Wagner, Sr Biostatistician at the Center, for receiving the 2025 Wray Jackson Smith Scholarship! 🏆 She is recognized for her work evaluating firearm policies and her dedication to advancing statistical knowledge for govt. service. www.clairekelling.com/files/sss_fa...

Gun violence is a public health epidemic plaguing our nation.

Stay informed. Stay engaged.

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How are ERPOs being used to save lives?

Join us for our next SnapTalk on Thursday, February 12 at 11AM with experts, Lisa Geller and Spencer Cantrell. They’ll share insights on how they're being used and why they matter for gun violence prevention. Register: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Snaptalk: The National ERPO Resource Center. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Save your spot for our next SnapTalk on February 12 at 11 AM with Lisa Geller and Spencer Cantrell faculty and co-leads of the National ERPO Resource Center. They’ll share insights on Extreme Risk Pro...

Save your spot for the next SnapTalk! 📆

On February 12 at 11AM ET, @lisageller.bsky.social and @spencercantrell.bsky.social, faculty & co-leads of the National ERPO Resource Center, will share insights on Extreme Risk Protection Orders and what the evidence tells us. jh.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Several gun violence prevention bills have officially passed Virginia’s Senate committee—an important step toward building safer communities. ✅ Learn more about our priority bills: publichealth.jhu.edu/center-for-g...

Congratulations to All the Empty Rooms for the deeply deserved Oscar nomination for Best Documentary Short. This profoundly moving film honors the lives of children lost to gun violence and confronts us with the devastating consequences of inaction. #AlltheEmptyRooms

Proud to raise our voices and stand together at Virginia’s Advocacy Day 🏛️ Advocacy means showing up, speaking out, and working toward policies that strengthen our communities and keep us safe. When we unite, we can create lasting change for all Virginians. 🧡 www.wric.com/news/politic...

Delaware’s Permit to Purchase law has been in effect since Nov. How’s it going? Hear from co-director Cass Crifasi, Secretary Bushweller, and DE State Police Colonel Crotty about what’s next. Register for @saferdelaware.bsky.social briefing on January 27, 12pm ET: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Excellence in Teaching Award recipients! 🏆

@johnshopkinssph.bsky.social students recognize the faculty who have contributed significantly to the intellectual life of the School. publichealth.jhu.edu/offices-and-...

Mayor Brandon Scott and community honors lives lost to violence in 2025 Mayor Brandon Scott held a vigil of remembrance for those who lost their lives to violence last year.

More from Baltimore’s Vigil of Remembrance: www.wmar2news.com/news/region/...

Mayor Brandon Scott and Baltimore MONSE held a Vigil of Remembrance to honor Baltimoreans lost to violence, suicide, fatal overdose, and first responders fallen in the line of duty. It was a powerful evening of reflection, healing, and a continued commitment to creating a safer city.

Balancing Act with John Katko | Red Flag Laws | Episode 118 John Katko finds the balance in conversations about red flag laws.

Center Co-Director Josh Horwitz joins John Katko on @wcny.bsky.social @balancingactkatko.bsky.social to discuss red flag laws and how they work.

Watch the segment: www.pbs.org/video/red-fl...

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Doctor and legislator: Safe gun storage should be our first line of defense in Virginia More than 15% of surveyed Virginia high school students said they could access and use a loaded firearm without parental permission in less than 10 minutes, and more than 30% said it would take the…

Safe gun storage should be our first line of defense.

From both sides of the crisis—patient care & policymaking—the message is the same: Virginia must strengthen its safe storage laws. Read the op-ed by Pediatric ICU Dr. Katherine Hoops and VA State Senator @jenniferboysko.com in @cardinalnews.org:

A Year of Impact: 2025 Accomplishments in Research, Policy, and Public Health Leadership | Center for Gun Violence Solutions From landmark legal victories to new state policies and groundbreaking research, the Center continued to lead with evidence and action to reduce gun violence by 30% by 2030.

From landmark legal victories to new state policies and groundbreaking research, the Center continued to lead with evidence and action to reduce gun violence by 30% by 2030. Read about our year of impact:
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