Hi John,

Gun violence prevention is really about one thing: people. You and I understand that all people deserve to live a life free of violence and that we must rally together with this message.

That’s why we’d like to invite you to join us and others across the country to observe National Gun Violence Prevention Weekend, June 7-9.

On Friday, June 7, people across the country will wear orange for National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and, throughout the weekend, events across Wisconsin will offer opportunities to come together in solidarity. 

Here are some of the Wisconsin events; come add your voice to the thousands across the country! 

Milwaukee

Candlelight Vigil at Safe and Sound 4422 W Leon Terrace
Friday, June 7, 6:00 p.m.

Press Conference and Peace Walk at Safe and Sound 4422 W Leon Terrace
Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m.
Press conference 10:00 a.m.
Safe Summer pledge signing 11:00 a.m.
Peace walk 12:00 p.m.

Join WAVE, Safe and Sound, Brady, Moms Demand Action, Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, M.W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Wisconsin, and others to support survivors and speak out against gun violence.

This year’s events will include a candlelight vigil to honor and remember loved ones taken by gun violence and a press conference and peace walk to raise awareness and build our community of survivors and advocates.

Madison

Community Gathering at Galaxy Park 132 Milky Way

Friday, June 7, 5:00 p.m.

For the third year in a row, Dane County Moms Demand Action, Public Health Madison Dane County, and Focused Interruption are partnering for Wear Orange to bring attention to the issue of gun violence in our local community. This year’s event centers around healing a local community impacted by violence. A memorial mural–a collaboration between DAMA (Developing Artist Murals and Alliances), the residents of Harmony Apartments, and the wider community–will be unveiled during the evening. Please join us for this family-friendly community event with food trucks, kids’ activities, music, and guest speakers.

Racine

Community Rally and Lyric Contest on Sam Johnson Parkway across from Monument Square

Friday, June 7, 12:00 p.m.

Come together with Racine County and Voices of Black Mothers United for a community rally and lyric contest. Are you a rap artist, singer, or poet? The event will include a lyric contest, with the winner announced on June 7 at the rally. 

Whitewater

Elevator Pitch Meeting at the Community Engagement Center 1260 W Main St

Friday, June 7, 5:30 p.m.

On Wear Orange weekend, join Moms Demand Action for an interactive training session to practice how we talk about gun safety and gun violence prevention. Babysitting and snacks will be provided. Ready to go out and raise awareness? Need to get your “elevator pitch” ready?! Let’s learn the words of our movement and practice in a safe environment, while getting to know fellow volunteers.

Remember, even if there’s not an event near you, you can still wear orange in solidarity! 

Thank you for your support,

Darrell Lofton

Program Manager

P.S. Check out our website to learn more about all our upcoming events, including a discussion with author Dominic Erdozain!

WAVE Educational Fund

P.O. Box 170393

Milwaukee, WI 53217

United States

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