Two University of Michigan faculty members, along with more than 40 experts, have co-authored a report on the challenges of firearm violence in the U.S. The report is based on the convening of the...
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Podcast Episode: Voices for Change: Elyse Thulin
This episode of Voices for Change features Dr. Elyse Thulin, an assistant research professor at the University of Michigan. She works for the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention, the Department...
Maize and Blue Civics: Gun Violence Prevention
Maize and Blue Civics are interactive discussion forums of panelists who are professionals/advocates in a particular policy-related area. There will be a dedicated Q&A session. Dinner will be...
Media Mention: Michigan State Police Hosts More Than 300 Community Leaders, Law Enforcement and Health Professionals at Gun Violence Intervention Summit
The Michigan State Police (MSP) Grants and Community Services Division, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and University of Michigan Institute for...
Media Mention: CDC Data Is Helping Combat Gun Violence. But It’s at Risk of Disappearing.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has for decades spearheaded federal efforts to understand and reduce gun violence. Sweeping cuts imposed by the Trump administration are now...
Registration Open: 2025 Michigan Gun Violence Intervention Summit
The Michigan State Police (MSP) Grants and Community Services Division, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the University of Michigan Institute for...
Caregivers Asking About Firearms in Homes Their Children Visit
Haasz, M., Myers, M. G., Carter, P. M., Gastineau, K., & Sokol, R. L. (2025). Caregivers asking about firearms in homes their children visit. Pediatrics. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2025-071373...
Media Mention: Van Buren Twp. man arrested after firing rifle, gun from his home
A man was arrested Wednesday after firing weapons from his Van Buren Township home and prompting police to order his neighbors to shelter in place. No injuries were reported, police said. Dr. Pat...
Teens say they can access firearms at home, even when parents lock them up, new research shows
More than half of U.S. teens living in households with firearms believe they can access and load a firearm at home. Even when their parents report storing all firearms locked and unloaded, more than...
National Gun Violence Awareness Event at C.S. Mott
This awareness event aims to engage families, care providers, and staff in meaningful conversations around firearm safety, safe storage, and suicide prevention. Through educational resources,...
Education to Action: School Security Summit
Gain Knowledge – Take Action School safety demands more than just awareness—it requires action. The Education to Action School Security Summit delivers expert-driven, actionable solutions designed...
Gun Violence Task Force makes recommendations to address gun violence, reduce firearm-related deaths, injuries
The Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, housed within the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, released its first report today, sharing recommendations designed to address...