Testimony on federal and state bills

The board and staff of States United can provide compelling testimony in favor of gun violence prevention bills on the federal and state levels. Such testimony is critical to passing meaningful legislation.

Community organizing advice and resources

Whether you are planning a community education campaign, advocating for a piece of legislation, or working to get out the vote, States United has the resources and experience to guide you.

Gatherings of GVP movement leaders

States United knows that the work of gun violence prevention is difficult and sometimes isolating. Gathering in person, when possible, energizes us, allows us to share ideas, and motivates us to keep moving forward. In the past, we have organized and facilitated successful conferences that bring together leaders and activists from all over the country.

Vital connections among community, state, and national organizations

States United serves as a nexus for organizations and leaders working at all levels. Our work is more effective when we can break down silos and understand the impacts of gun violence and preventive legislation as seen through different lenses.

Information sharing among state organizations

No other national organization has at its core the mission of supporting independent state groups. One of the simplest–yet most effective– ways to do this is by sharing information. States United gets the word out about state-level campaigns, strategies, victories, and lessons learned. We connect the people doing the work on the ground so that you can bolster one another’s efforts.