We empower youth to act.

Research shows education about mental health, domestic violence, and gun safety practices can help reduce tragedies.

But right now, most families don’t get the resources or support they need to help curb gun violence in their homes or communities.

PLEDGE is here to change that.

The pillars of the program we’re developing

  • We know that education changes behavior. That's why PLEDGE develops age-appropriate, ready-to-use gun safety curricula for K-12 students. These programs are designed for seamless integration into existing school programs and teach responsible gun handling, safe storage, and mental health awareness, giving children the knowledge to make safe choices..

  • We believe that parents are essential partners in gun safety education. PLEDGE provides a comprehensive toolkit that helps parents create a safe home environment and have open conversations with their children about guns. The toolkit includes guidance on safe storage options, age-appropriate discussions about gun safety, and recognizing mental health concerns.

  • As a trusted, non-partisan source of information, PLEDGE is committed to providing resources and support for preventing gun violence. Our online platform provides easy access to educational materials, real-life stories, interactive forums, and mental health resources. This ensures that anyone seeking to learn more about gun safety, find support, or make positive change in their community can readily access the information they need.

  • We believe young people can lead the movement for a brighter future. PLEDGE offers programs that empower high school students to become change agents for reducing gun violence, including internships, a Youth Advisory Board, and high school chapters that promote peer-to-peer education and advocacy.

  • PLEDGE works with diverse organizations and individuals at the local, state, and national levels to amplify our message and expand our reach. We partner with schools, community groups, and other gun violence prevention organizations to create a comprehensive approach to gun safety.

Take the Pledge

"Collaborating with dedicated peers and mentors showed me that even at a young age, high schoolers can be a part of meaningful change by transforming research into real-life solutions.”

— Nik de Silva, Former PLEDGE Intern

Resources

Sign up for a PLEDGE focus group.

Would you like to participate in our current focus groups? We’re seeking participants from the following groups:

  • Parents of school-age children (grades K-12)

  • Teachers (grades K-12)

  • High school students (grades 9-12

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