Firearm-Related Injury, Violence, and Laws in the US

Discuss influences (social, political, and cultural factors) that contribute to a greater burden of firearm-related harms in the U.S.

The concept of community “violence interrupters” is a strategy for addressing firearm violence. Research a location where this is being done and describe the approach. Select a current event involving firearm violence and propose a public health strategy that may be helpful in mitigating similar occurrences in the future. Describe the potential or known reasons why there has been little meaningful national policy change for addressing gun violence. What are the barriers to passing sensible and effective gun laws? Research another nation with lower rates of firearm injury or death. Describe policies in that location that have contributed to a lower prevalence of firearm violence.