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The Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, working to prevent gun violence through education, advocacy and public awareness.
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Releases
Read the latest news from the Ohio Coalition Against
Gun Violence.
Our
History
The Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence (OCAGV) began as a volunteer committee in 1995 based on the concern about gun violence felt by the the Interracial Religious
Coalition, an organization promiting racial, ethnic and religious
harmony. We began our work under the auspices
of Toledo Metropolitan Mission, which works
ecumenically to improve the quality of life
for all citizens of the area, especially the
poor and powerless.
Our goal is to increase safety in Ohio in regards to firearms. We educate about
gun homicides, suicides, and unintentional deaths and injuries. The Coalition
supports and encourages local, state and federal legislation to reduce the
accessibility of firearms in our communities and families.
Our
Programs and Actions
We partner and build coalitions with individuals and organizations throughout the state for a safer
Ohio.
The Pledge
Day of National Concern about Young People and Violence
Students are given the chance to sign a pledge never to bring a gun to school
or use a gun to settle a dispute and to influence their friends to do the same.
Straight Talk About Risks (STAR)
Program for School Children that teaches them not to touch guns and never to
use a gun to settle an argument
Gun
Lock Giveaways
We have partnered with local law enforcement to provide locks to area gun owners.
Prayer
Vigils
When a person in the area is murdered, a prayer vigil is held at the site of
the incident
Million
Mom March
We partner with the Moms and help to organize events and promote gun safety
in Ohio.
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