Team Community Justice · [email protected]

January 30, 2024 at 10:48 PM

You are Invited: National Advocacy & Policy Summit & Lobby Day!

 Building Power to End Gun Violence in Communities of Color. National Public Health Expert Reggie Moore and Community Justice Founder Amber Goodwin testify in front of Congress lobbying for Community Violence Intervention dollars in 2019.  The Community Justice Policy & Advocacy Summit and Lobb…

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  Community Justice · [email protected]

January 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Join us on TODAY for a CDC and Community Violence Prevention Webinar Series

Join us for the Community Violence Prevention Webinar Series, in partnership with the CDC’s Division of Violence Prevention!Dear John, Join us for the Community Violence Prevention Webinar Series in partnership with the CDC’s Division of Violence Prevention! Event Details:⏰: TODAY, January 18, 2024,…

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  Amber Goodwin · [email protected]

January 15, 2024 at 2:50 PM

Remembering Dr. King's Dream Today

Today and every day, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.   While we work to fulfill his dream, the everyday gun violence that plagues our country is a painful reminder of the work that remains to achieve his vision of a more just and peaceful America.   Dr. King dedicated …

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  Tarria Stanley · [email protected]

January 9, 2024 at 5:00 PM

BREAKING NEWS: Community Justice Applauds Governor Wes Moore’s Proposal for Maryland Center for Firearm Prevention and Intervention

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 9, 2024 Contact: [email protected] Community Justice Applauds Governor Wes Moore’s Proposal for Maryland Center for Firearm Prevention and Intervention  Annapolis, MD –– Today, Community Justice joined Governor Wes Moore (D-MD) to unveil his proposal for a statewide Mary…

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  Team Community Justice · [email protected]

January 8, 2024 at 11:06 PM

January Newsletter - Saving Lives Through Community-led Solutions

As we look back at 2023 and settle into a new year, there has been a great deal of progress towards ending gun violence in our communities. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook   Events & Opportunities: We are kicking off exciting events as the new year starts. Make sure you are stay…

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  Amber Goodwin · [email protected]

December 22, 2023 at 4:14 PM

Reflecting on a Year of Impact!

As 2023 draws to a close, we wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your support and dedication to ending gun violence in Black and brown communities! Dear John,  As 2023 draws to a close, we wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your support and dedication to ending gun violence in Bla…

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  Christina Delgado · [email protected]

December 11, 2023 at 6:37 PM

I am mad as hell. Can you help invest in our communities?

Dear John, Enough is enough. I am mad as hell.  As someone who works tirelessly in Nevada to prevent gun violence, and a resident of Texas, the recent events in Bexar County, Travis County, and at UNLV are not merely headlines; they are a personal and painful reality.  In 2018, I experienced the ter…

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  Kim Gutierrez · [email protected]

December 4, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Celebrating Our 2023 Policymakers for Peace! 🎉

Today marks the official announcement of our 2023 class of Policymakers for Peace members! Dear John, Now, more than ever before, we need strong leaders who will listen to the voices most impacted by gun violence and focus on solutions that tackle the root causes of violence – not just temporary fix…

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  Amber Goodwin · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 5:06 PM

SAVE THE DATE: Gun Violence Prevention Summit & Lobby Day in D.C.!

We are thrilled to announce a significant upcoming event that promises to shape the trajectory of policy-making and advocacy for peace and justice in the ongoing battle against gun violence in communities of color. Dear John, We are thrilled to announce our first annual National Advocacy & Polic…

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  Mariah Cooley · [email protected]

November 15, 2023 at 7:12 PM

Urgent Action Needed: Together, we can create meaningful change now!

I am reaching out to inform you about this important conversation Community Justice is having with Congress and urge your support in our ongoing advocacy efforts. Dear John,  I am reaching out to inform you about this important conversation Community Justice is having with Congress and urge your sup…

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  Tarria Stanley · [email protected]

November 8, 2023 at 11:32 PM

Why I was on the steps of the Supreme Court yesterday

You probably heard that in February, the Fifth Circuit ruled that a law prohibiting individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders from having guns was unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. Why I was on the steps of the Supreme Court yesterdayI hope this email finds you well. My …

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  Community Justice · [email protected]

September 21, 2023 at 10:11 PM

Community Justice Applauds White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention

Today, we commend the Biden-Harris Administration for taking a monumental step towards addressing gun violence in our nation. President Biden's creation of a dedicated White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention is a pivotal moment in our fight to make our communities safer. Gregory Jackson Jr.,…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

August 22, 2023 at 1:30 PM

Join Us At The 60th March on Washington!

"I'm tired of violence, I've seen too much of it." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.    This Saturday, join Community Justice and thousands more for the historic 60th March on Washington hosted by the National Action Network!  Gun violence is now the #1 cause of death for ALL youth, the #1 cause for Blac…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 18, 2023 at 1:30 AM

Take Action To Make Our Communities Safer

Dear Friend,  This week we officially mark one year since the passage of the first law to address gun violence in 30 years, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. As these impactful policies and resources continue to save lives, we always knew that this bill was a first step of many towards ending t…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

May 3, 2023 at 8:45 PM

Quavo Commits $2 Million to End Gun Violence! Huncho Day Recap

As we witness another horrible shooting in midtown Atlanta, we know that ending gun violence will require leadership from ALL of us.   This weekend we saw a major voice join the fight, as superstar Quavo from rap group Migos partnered with us for his annual "Huncho Day" to elevate the creation of h…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

April 29, 2023 at 3:35 PM

Quavo joins the fight to end gun violence! 🚀

Gun violence happens in our communities every day, but we can change that.   Superstar Quavo joined the fight to end gun violence with the creation of Rocket Foundation created to honor the life and legacy of Kirsnick "Takeoff" Khari Ball.  Today we elevate this foundation and our collective fight …

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

April 7, 2023 at 1:54 AM

Stand with the #TennesseeThree

This is wild...  Tonight political "leaders" put guns over people and democracy to avoid saving lives from gun violence, as they expelled Representative Justin Jones and Representative Justin Pearson from the Tennessee legislature for being outspoken on gun violence in the wake of recent tragedies …

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 14, 2023 at 10:15 PM

North Carolina Creates Historic Statewide Office of Violence Prevention

Every year over 5,000 people are injured or killed by gun violence in North Carolina.   This morning, in a historic step toward a safer state for all North Carolinians, Governor Roy Cooper officially announced the creation of the Statewide Office of Violence Prevention, the FIRST statewide office o…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 14, 2023 at 12:25 PM

Biden Takes Executive Action on Gun Violence

Today President Biden Announces Executive Action to Reduce Gun Violence.   President Biden is traveling to Monterey Park to grieve with the families and community impacted by the mass shooting that claimed 11 lives and injured nine others. Monterey Park joins communities across the country that are…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 9, 2023 at 6:45 PM

Biden 2024 Budget Continues Push to Invest $5 Billion in Community Violence Intervention and Prevention!

Ending gun violence requires bold investments in communities most impacted.   Today President Biden proposed just that.  The Biden-Harris Administration 2024 budget proposal reinforced their commitment to invest $5 billion in Community Violence Intervention and Prevention programs over 10 years.  I…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 8, 2023 at 3:00 AM

Jon Stewart Asked Us How To Address Crime...Millions Tuned In

How do we address the destruction of gun violence and the chaos of crime?   With gun violence surging in many of our communities, the media constantly pivots to criminal stereotypes of our people instead of looking at the real issues of gun trafficking, lack of resources for our communities, weak s…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

February 8, 2023 at 5:02 AM

We made history tonight...

Something historic happened tonight at the State of the Union.   As the President addressed the crisis of violence in our country, he spoke about the urgency to fund community violence interventions to can prevent gun violence in our communities.   Then something new happened…  For the first time, …

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

December 21, 2022 at 9:16 PM

Give the Gift of Hope This Holiday Season

Dear Friend,We are in the season of giving and creating memories with those we love.As we spend special moments with loved ones, it’s important to remember those hurting this season and to do our part to help bring change.  While no group in our country has been spared by the crisis of gun violence…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

December 19, 2022 at 6:46 PM

We're Hiring: Start your new year with Community Justice!

Friend, Community Justice is excited to announce that our team is growing! Our team is comprised of passionate advocates of color who directly reflect the Black and Brown communities we’re fighting to protect.   Ending gun violence takes all of us. Apply today to be part of our movement.We are look…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 12:45 AM

How Will You Give This Giving Tuesday?

Friend,  Tomorrow is a day of world-wide generosity. Despite the spread of gun violence and the grief it has brought to countless communities this year, Community Justice never wavered in our support for Black and Brown communities that continue to be impacted at an alarming rate.   If 2022 has tau…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

November 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Community Justice Announces 2022 Policymakers for Peace Network

Friends,More than ever before, we need strong leaders who will listen to the voices most impacted by gun violence and focus on solutions that tackle the root causes – not just temporary fixes.  Today marks the official announcement of our 2022 class of Policymakers for Peace members!  Our Policymake…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

November 14, 2022 at 11:01 PM

Lavel, D’Sean and Devin Should Be Here...

Lavel Davis Jr., D’Sean Perry, and Devin Chandler should have been heading to class today before taking the practice field at the University of Virginia. Instead, these young men who achieved despite the odds, are being mourned by family, friends, the University community, and those back home.  As…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

November 9, 2022 at 10:33 PM

Our Work Is Now More Important Than Ever

As the last ballots are still being counted from the 2022 elections,  what’s clear is that the future of our work to end gun violence is more important than ever. The results have already opened new doors and exposed new challenges to advance solutions to address violence in our communities. So, a…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

October 12, 2022 at 4:02 PM

October Newsletter - Saving Lives Through Policy & Prevention

As we look back on October and settle into a new month, there has been a great deal of progress towards ending gun violence in our communities. Friend,  Despite a tragic summer, September was a month of historic strides for our mission to end gun violence. Across the nation and in Washington, we h…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

September 22, 2022 at 8:30 PM

Today the House passed the Break the Cycle of Violence Act to invest in our communities to end gun violence.

Friend,  Today is an incredible day in our work to end gun violence and invest in community-based violence prevention and intervention programs!  The House passed lifesaving legislation, H.R.4118 - Break the Cycle of Violence Act, led by Community Justice champion Representative Steven Horsford (D…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

August 18, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Check Out Our City Violence Prevention Index Report

Friend,   Today, Community Justice launched our inaugural City Violence Prevention Index (VPI) and scorecard, the first and only national assessment of local programs, services, and policies that work together to effectively reduce gun and other forms of violence. These strategies and policies are…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

August 5, 2022 at 8:50 PM

A lot has happened in a year. Thank you for your continued support.

Friend,   Today marks my first year as Executive Director for Community Justice, and I just wanted to send a quick note to thank you for your continued support of our efforts to end gun violence in Black and Brown communities.    As a survivor of gun violence taking on such a critical issue, I rec…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

July 14, 2022 at 12:20 AM

Community Justice Attends White House for Safer Communities Act

Friends,  In recent weeks, the world has witnessed the devastating effects of gun violence, pushing the need for bold action. On Monday, we reached a pivotal milestone as we joined community leaders, elected officials, survivors, and advocates at the White House to celebrate the passing of the Bipa…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 5:43 PM

WE DID IT! This Bi-partisan Legislation Will Save Lives!

Friend,  THE MOST HISTORIC GUN VIOLENCE LEGISLATION IN DECADES HAS BEEN PASSED IN CONGRESS AND IS GOING TO THE PRESIDENT TO BE SIGNED INTO LAW! As a survivor, and someone who has been working on gun violence full time for years, I am overwhelmed with emotions, pride, and gratitude.  When I testifi…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 2:21 AM

The Senate Bipartisan Safer Communities Bill passed! One step closer to making our communities safer.

Friend, Thank you.   Because of your work, and our collective work to make our communities safer, the Senate just passed historic legislation to help end gun violence. And this is because of you.  This historic bill dedicates $250 million in funding for community-based violence prevention initiati…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 15, 2022 at 7:12 PM

Six years of fighting to end gun violence

Friend, Seven years ago this week, a white supremacist murdered nine worshippers at a historic African American church in Charleston, South Carolina. It shook the world and inspired action.  Today, birthed in the aftermath of the Charleston shooting, we mark six years of fighting to end gun violen…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 12, 2022 at 4:39 PM

BREAKING: Bipartisan Senate Leaders Agree On Gun Violence Package

Big News!  For the first time in DECADES, the U.S. Senate leaders announced a bi-partisan agreement on gun violence prevention legislation!   For the last six years at Community Justice, we have urged lawmakers to pass legislation to invest in community-based violence intervention strategies to re…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

June 7, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Tomorrow I testify before Congress

Friend,  Nine years ago I was shot, four days after a failed vote on background checks. Tomorrow, I will testify before Congress on the urgent need to address gun violence as a public health crisis that continues to claim the lives of far too many Americans, especially in Black and Brown communiti…

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  Kimberly Gutierrez · [email protected]

May 27, 2022 at 10:40 PM

Ways to help in Uvalde- urgent needs and calls to action

 Friend,  Earlier this week we told you we will continue to amplify the needs of the victims’ families and the community in Uvalde. I have been here on the ground and have learned from a community that channeled their grief into acts of love and service - whether that be amplifying the need for re…

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  Kim Gutierrez · [email protected]

May 26, 2022 at 1:39 AM

From Buffalo to Uvalde: We Demand Change

Friend, I am here in Texas, and my heart is broken- again.  Last week in Buffalo we lost grandmothers and elders. Last night in Uvalde, Texas we lost children and educators. Our children and elderly look to us to keep them safe and without action, we fail them. We cannot afford to sit by and become…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

May 15, 2022 at 1:56 AM

This is a state of emergency, act now.

  Dear friend– The impact of this country’s gun violence crisis continues to surge at unprecedented levels. We’re outraged, saddened, but most importantly, motivated to keep fighting for and with our communities.  Earlier today, a white supremacist killed at least ten in a racially motivated shooti…

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  Pamela Mejia · [email protected]

April 12, 2022 at 6:28 PM

Yesterday I was at the White House, today violence struck my city.

Friend– Yesterday, I had the honor to attend my first official White House event since the pandemic, as President Biden announced a life saving regulation to address ghost guns and revealed the nomination of Steve Dettlebach to serve as the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Ex…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 29, 2022 at 8:04 PM

Biden’s 2023 Budget Can Help #EndGunViolence

Dear friend–  Our hard work is paying off! After months of engagement with leaders about the urgency for resources to address gun violence, President Biden released his FY23 budget proposal, which is the first step in the process of funding the federal government. The budget proposal includes $500 …

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

March 16, 2022 at 5:38 PM

A Historic Stride Towards Ending VIolence

 Friend, Our hard work is paying off.  After a hard-fought push and months of negotiations, President Biden signed the $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package into law, which approves over $180 million in federal funding for community-focused violence intervention strategies to serve communities suf…

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  Kia Woods · [email protected]

March 10, 2022 at 10:31 PM

Join Congresswoman Kelly, WI Representative Stubbs & More To Discuss Protecting Black Women and Girls - Wednesday at 3pm EST

Dear friend,  Earlier this month, we launched our Protect Black Women and Girls Campaign. In case you missed it, we invite you to join us for a special virtual event on the disproportionate rate of violence and trauma that Black women and girls experience throughout the country on Wednesday March …

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  Kia Woods · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 10:43 PM

Today we’re launching our Protect Black Women & Girls Campaign, will you join our efforts?

Friend,  As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s critical we prioritize women that are most impacted by the public health crisis of gun violence in our country. Every year, over 300,000 women and girls go missing or are murdered, with a third of them being Black. Secondly, gun violence has bec…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

February 18, 2022 at 6:37 PM

Let's honor Black History by saving Black lives.

 Friend, As we celebrate Black History Month and honor the leaders who helped shape the gun violence prevention movement like Erica Ford and Devone Boggan, we remain grateful for the many Black-led organizations and frontline gun violence workers putting our communities first.  As we reflect on pas…

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  Pam Mejia · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 11:00 PM

Mass shootings go overlooked in our communities...

  Dear friend– Overnight, a shooting at a hotel party killed one and left multiple people injured, four of which were women in Washington, D.C.  Shootings like these may never receive the media attention, but that doesn’t mean their pain doesn’t deserve swift action…

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  Greg Jackson · [email protected]

January 12, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Today we're releasing our 2021 Annual Report. Take a look back at our work.

Dear friend–   2021 rocked our most vulnerable communities in many ways. Even as cities locked down to stop the spread of COVID-19, we saw a historic rise in gun violence including record shootings and gun sales.    As Black and Brown communiti…

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  Kia Woods · [email protected]

January 5, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Here’s our vision board for peace in 2022. It includes you.

    Friend,   As we begin 2022, we are looking forward to peace and the promise of a new year that brings new hope, new intentions and new resolutions.   Check out our 2022 vision board of what we envision for our communities this year! …

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