One Aim Illinois
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Fighting to end gun violence in Illinois by educating, advocating and organizing to translate public opinion into effective public policy #EndGunViolence
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Joined April 2011
The Gun Violence Prevention Coalition brings together community violence intervention groups, gun violence prevention organizations, survivors and advocates. We educate, organize and advocate in the fight to end gun violence. Join the coalition today:
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This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating Black futures. It is our goal to ensure community safety and promote harm reduction throughout Illinois. Our aim is that no Black children will die too young from gun violence and no Black parents will be forced to bury their children.
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Stolen guns are 9 times more likely to be used in crimes. Tell legislators to strengthen reporting requirements for lost and stolen firearms. Sign the Safe at Home petition here:
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Our Survivors Council helps survivors of gun violence find support from others who have gone through similar situations. We empower each other to turn pain into purpose and advocate for gun violence prevention policies. Join the Survivors Council:
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Even though #NationalGunViolenceSurvivorsAwarenessWeek is coming to a close, we know the need to support and empower survivors of gun violence every day of the year. To hear more of their powerful stories, check out our Voices of Change campaign here:
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As we begin #NationalGunViolenceSurvivorsAwarenessWeek, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting survivors & empowering them to turn their pain into advocacy for change. This week, we’ll be sharing videos from our award-winning Voices of Change campaign to uplift their stories.
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We celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A lifelong advocate of nonviolence, he died in an act of gun violence. We continue his legacy of advocating for justice for historically neglected communities. We won't stop fighting to bring community safety to every neighborhood.
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There are more guns than people in the U.S. We can promote responsible gun ownership in two critical ways: ✅ Enhancing what it means to safely store guns ✅ Strengthening reporting requirements for lost and stolen guns Support Safe at Home TODAY:
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Last year, hundreds of lives in Chicago were violently lost to gun violence. We deserve to live in safe communities, our families deserve better. It’s time to come together and demand change. Join the One Aim Gun Violence Prevention Coalition today:
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WE did it! The Illinois State Legislature just passed Karina’s Bill, a major win for survivors of domestic violence. None of this would’ve been possible without YOU. We fought this fight together and your voices helped carry this bill over the finish line.
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1 in 3 children live in a home with a gun and we’re responsible for protecting our future. Sign the Safe at Home petition TODAY:
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From all of us at One Aim Illinois, we wish you a healthy and happy New Year!
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From advocating for GVP legislation to expanding our coalition, One Aim has made incredible strides in the fight to end gun violence. TOGETHER, we’ve strengthened our communities, uplifted survivors, and pushed forward for a safer Illinois. Here’s to even more progress in 2025!
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The facts don’t lie: A victim of domestic violence is 5 times more likely to be killed when a firearm is present. Karina’s Bill is a life-saving piece of legislation. Tell Springfield to pass Karina’s Bill: #EndGunViolence
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Around the holidays when so many people are struggling with a difficult time, access to firearms can make a dangerous situation deadly. If you or someone you know is having a crisis or feeling alone and desperate, text or call 988 for immediate free and confidential support.
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Firearm violence in Illinois cuts life short for hundreds of youth and young adults across our state every year. We’ve got to work together and pass gun violence prevention policies that will protect our future. Join the One Aim Coalition today:
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#FlashbackFriday to our second annual fundraiser where we were able to celebrate pillars in Illinois’ gun violence prevention community and empower ourselves to work together in our fight. #EndGunViolence
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The Safe at Home campaign will help to secure firearms and protect those who are most vulnerable to firearms. Tell Springfield to pass Safe at Home:
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With @teamtrace, Board Member Delphine Cherry reflects on the tragic loss of her two children to gun violence and the stark disparities in how their cases were handled. Read here:
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One Aim Survivors Council member Tamika Howard told @teamtrace how working as a corrections officer helped her process the loss of her brother and sister to gun violence, 20 years apart. Read here:
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