Empowered grass roots gun violence prevention
States United to Prevent Gun Violence is the only national organization that supports independent, state-led gun violence prevention groups.
Our Call to Action
We envision a future where all states are connected in a powerful national network to end gun violence. What happens in one state impacts another. The only way to make progress at scale is to work together. States United to Prevent Gun Violence (SUPGV) serves as the bond between the states – linking, supporting, and advancing their work.
SUPGV is calling for unity and collaboration among all 50 states. We aim to empower, educate, and mobilize advocates at every level. Gun violence does not stop at state lines – and neither should our efforts to end it.
Social Media Amplification 
With tens of thousands of followers across platforms, States United can boost the social media reach of each state affiliate. We regularly share posts from individual states, call attention to actions and campaigns happening at the state level, and provide content for states.
Assistance with Affiliate Creation
Does your state have an independent gun violence prevention organization that is not yet affiliated with States United? Interested in getting a new organization off the ground? States United has resources and connections to help you be as effective and efficient as possible. Let us share our wealth of knowledge with you.
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.
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.
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.
Why We Do It
Our State Affiliates
Our 31 state affiliates are independent gun violence prevention groups that primarily focus on education and advocacy in their home states. There are no fees associated with becoming an affiliate. All affiliate organizations have access to the services and support provided by States United to Prevent Gun Violence. Scroll over a state to identify its affiliate, then click on the link to learn more.
