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\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

March 23, 2018<\/em><\/p>\n

The CDC reports that within our nation\u2019s cities black Americans are, on average, eight times more likely to be killed by firearms than those who are white. So shouldn\u2019t their stories be central to the anti-gun violence movement?<\/p>\n

When violence against boys and young people of color occurs\u2014whether it\u2019s interpersonal, community, or police violence\u2014 they are frequently portrayed as complicit in their own victimization in ways that white victims aren\u2019t. \u201cSometimes the humanity is missing, and they become this statistic. For some, it\u2019s like they\u2019ve never done anything positive in their life. I see it as a binary. You either have this halo effect or this demonizing effect. There\u2019s very little in the middle,<\/em>\u201d says Kimmi Herring, Director of the Brooklyn Community Program.<\/p>\n

The recent surge in celebrity support and media coverage about gun control activism has been in response to a movement led by mostly white students. Yes, these amazing Parkland students have demonstrated incredible leadership in the face of fear and grief. We applaud them. And we need to acknowledge that black youth have been working toward many of the same goals as Parkland students for generations. Where was the sustained media attention, financial support, or most importantly, compassion, that their peers have recently received?<\/p>\n

Stoneman Douglas student Emma Gonzalez agrees and recently tweeted, \u201cThose who face gun violence on a level that we have only just glimpsed from our gated communities have never had their voices heard in their entire lives the way that we have in these few weeks alone.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

Paul Barrett, project manager for Safe Horizon\u2019s Enhanced Service for Boys and Young Men of Color, offers some insight, \u201cOne key lever we can pull is to address our own internal biases that influence the ways that we respond. Our society\u2019s response to the trauma that boys and young men of color experience is<\/em>\u00a0vastly different than our response to their white counterparts.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

Experiencing gun violence, including witnessing it or living in a community in which it happens frequently, can be traumatic and deserves an immediate response. However, young men of color are significantly less likely than other crime victims to seek or find the support needed to heal from these events.<\/h1>\n

Trauma-focused therapy is hugely helpful to recovering from experiences with violence. But first, it is essential to establish a safe environment. For many survivors of gun violence, this is not yet possible because their daily environment just isn\u2019t safe.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor some people, gun violence is becoming the new normal, and that bothers me a lot,\u201d<\/em> says Barbara Ellis, Director of the Bronx\/Manhattan Community Program. \u201cOn the news, they\u2019ll interview people who say, \u2018Oh yeah I heard the gunshots,\u2019 like it\u2019s nothing,<\/em>\u201d Ellis says. \u201cMany are not prepared to address the psychological impact of being a direct victim and of what goes on in their community. They have to go back to these same communities,<\/em>\u201d Herring adds.<\/p>\n

At Safe Horizon, we host support groups for clients who have experienced gun violence themselves, or who have lost a loved one. \u201cThe greatest benefit is the reduction of isolation, bringing people together. You\u2019re not alone. We\u2019re providing an outlet and a forum for people to come together, share their experiences, provide tools to manage their grieving process,<\/em>\u201d Herring says. \u201cFor many, those trauma reactions are also survival reactions. They need to be hypervigilant. They need to look over their shoulders. Sometimes they need to sleep with one eye open,<\/em>\u201d Ellis adds.<\/p>\n

D\u2019Angelo McDade, a high school senior from Chicago who met with the Parkland students, said, \u201cMany of our community members and young adults have established a sense of hopelessness and normalized the suffering that comes with gun violence. But they\u2019re ready to see a change.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

A change, indeed, is needed. At Safe Horizon, we are working to change the narrative about boys and young men of color: to humanize their hurt and pain, and to strengthen our own services for them.<\/p>\n

As this gun control movement continues, let\u2019s be sure to include the experiences of boys and young men of color and communities of color. Let\u2019s not deny their pain through racist framing, or treat it as an afterthought. Let\u2019s see them as we see the Parkland students: worthy of attention and respect as they call for change, and deserving of policy responses that improve their safety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Gun Violence Background and Statistics:<\/h1>\r\n\r\nGun Violence has become more prevalent in New York City and across the country. In 2020, there were 45,222 firearm-related deaths in the United States \u2013 that\u2019s about 124 people dying from a firearm-related injury each day. (CDC 2022)<\/a>. In New York State, there is an average of 870 deaths by gun violence each year. (Everytown 2022)<\/a>.\r\n

The Problem of Gun Violence<\/h2>\r\nMany New Yorkers don\u2019t fully understand the far-reaching impact that gun violence has for survivors and their families and communities. For communities of color and, particularly young boys and men of color, many people don\u2019t know gun violence support<\/a> is available or simply aren\u2019t offered help.\r\n\r\nWhen there is an incident involving a gun, there is an effect on an entire community, not just one person. In the aftermath of a shooting incident, the family members of the person who may have been shot are all affected. Community members who heard or witnessed the shooting are impacted by the trauma of being near a shooting incident, and an individual survivor has to cope with the traumatic aftermath of being shot or shot at. Some people may experience anxiety or fear about leaving their home or walking outside because of the trauma experienced during the shooting. Sadly, often families grieve the loss of a family member murdered.\r\n

Solutions for Gun Violence<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAddressing gun violence in New York City and the country involves changing mindsets of people. We all need to stop thinking this cannot happen to you or someone you care about. The statistics are clear that gun violence can impact people you know. When these incidents occur, it is important not to blame the victims of a shooting for being in the way of a bullet.\r\n\r\nAside from legislation and policy initiatives, people need to understand and appreciate the value of life. It is important to go beyond the idea that we could eliminate guns all together, but rather rethink how we manage conflict. At Safe Horizon we are raising awareness of the factors that contribute to the rise in gun violence. These factors include economic factors, systemic racism, and the environments in which people live.\r\n\r\nWhile we support meaningful and common-sense gun reform policy<\/a>, we also understand that addressing the mental health and economic issues that contribute to gun violence are also important.\r\n\r\nIf you or your family are affected by gun violence, Safe Horizon is here for you.\r\n<\/a>\r\n

Our Programs and Services for Gun Violence Victims in New York City<\/span><\/h2>\r\nSafe Horizon\u2019s mission is to provide support, prevent violence and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse. We help gun violence victims, including families of people murdered by gun violence, in New York City recover from trauma while providing comprehensive services, including counseling, advocacy, and safety planning. We are available to anyone regardless of their immigration status.\r\n

Learn more about our Support Programs:<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\u25cf Crime Victims Hotline<\/strong>\r\nFor help with all crimes, including support for family members of homicide victims, please call our Crime Victims Hotline<\/a>.\r\n\r\n\u25cf Community Programs<\/strong>\r\nIf you are unsure of what next steps to take, visit Safe Horizon\u2019s Community Program<\/a> offices that serve all five boroughs of New York City as they can assist in sharing your options.\r\n\r\n\u25cf Crime Victim Assistance Program<\/strong>\r\nSuppose you need guidance in communicating with law enforcement, reviewing police reports, or filing one. In that case, our Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP)<\/a> works with law enforcement officials to help victims of all crimes. Our CVAP advocates speak 15 languages and can access Language Line if needed. They will also work with victims who do not have legal status in the U.S.\r\n\r\n\u25cf SafeChat<\/strong>\r\nGet in touch with one of Safe Horizon\u2019s client advocates through our live chat online<\/a> platform to receive more information on what steps to take, advocacy, and support. Our chat is available Mon - Fri : 9:AM - 6:PM ET. If you\u2019re in need outside our live chat hours, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact our hotlines<\/a>.\r\n\r\n\u25cf Court Programs<\/strong>\r\nSafe Horizon's Family Court Programs<\/a> and Criminal Court Programs<\/a> can assist victims needing legal guidance.\r\n\r\n\u25cf Counseling Center<\/strong>\r\nThe Counseling Center<\/a> assists victims in healing from intense, debilitating trauma.","post_title":"Support For New York City Gun Violence Victims","post_excerpt":"Safe Horizon offers support for gun violence victims and families in New York City","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"support-for-new-york-city-gun-violence-victims","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-08-13 12:46:49","post_modified_gmt":"2025-08-13 16:46:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":745,"guid":"https:\/\/www.safehorizon.org\/?page_id=9730","menu_order":0,"post_type":"page","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"title_font_size":"42","sub-headline_placement":false,"custom_scripts":false,"show_author_bio":false},"yoast_head":"\nThe Unheard Voices from the Gun Violence Conversation<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The increased media coverage of gun control is important. 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