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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 1d

Throughout October, we will be highlighting the connection between gun violence and domestic violence. Too often, the two are closely intertwined.

#NationalDomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #DisarmHate #EndGunViolence #October

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GVPedia @gvpedia.bsky.social · 1d

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 7d

More than 22,000 people were present at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas on October 1st, 2017, when the deadliest mass shooting in American history unfolded.

We think of those who lost their lives, those who lost loved ones, and those who endure the trauma of this horrific day.

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GVPedia @gvpedia.bsky.social · 9d

September is #suicidepreventionmonth

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which provides 24/7 free and confidential support. Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org.
#SPM25 #ArmedWithFacts

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 9d

This is the 30 UNDER 30 we never wanted to publish.

It is a magazine honoring the children whose lives were cut short by gun violence—the ones who never got the chance to turn 30.

Read the full magazine here: 30under30.us

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 9d

Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence comes to Rochester

www.wxxinews.org/2025-09-29/e...

Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence comes to Rochester

During "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 9/29/25, we talk with the creator of "Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence." Then in our second hour, we sit down with award-winning author David Grann.

www.wxxinews.org

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 9d

Magazine Profiles Young Victims of Gun Violence in America

Only passage of gun reform laws can prevent publication of the next edition

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Magazine Profiles Young Victims of Gun Violence in America | Muse by Clios

In an ideal world, "30 Under 30"—a stirring initiative anchored by a special edition print magazine—would not exist. It presents the heartbreaking stories of 30 victims of gun violence under the age o...

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 9d

Change the Ref’s ‘30 Under 30’ magazine profiles 30 people killed by guns before age 30

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Change the Ref’s ‘30 Under 30’ magazine profiles 30 people killed by guns before age 30

Founders Agency crafted the project with Alan Light, a former Rolling Stone editor.

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 9d

Change the Ref 'hacks' Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit to spotlight 'who should be' here

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Change the Ref 'hacks' Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit to spotlight 'who should be' here

Parkland parents-founded Change the Ref and Founders Agency distributed a ‘30 Victims of Gun Violence Under The Age of 30’ magazine to the summit’s attendees today.

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Teachers Unify Podcast @teachersunifypc.bsky.social · 10d

This episode features Michael Cotey, the creator of Enough: Plays To End Gun Violence. He talks about his organization, his work with @changetheref.bsky.social and Manny & Patricia Oliver, what he hopes people glean from the plays, and more. @teachersunify.bsky.social teachersunify.transistor.fm/51

Teachers Unify | Voices for Change: Michael Cotey

This episode features Michael Cotey, the creator of Enough: Plays To End Gun Violence. He talks about his organization, his work with Change the Ref and Manny & Patricia Oliver, what he hopes peopl...

teachersunify.transistor.fm

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 10d

A Church of Jesus Christ of LDS in Grand Blanc, Michigan, became the sight of a horrific act of violence today.

A gunman drove a vehicle through the church door and opened fire on those inside.

The building later went up in flames, which authorities believe was a deliberate act by the perpetrator.

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GVPedia @gvpedia.bsky.social · 16d

Last week we shared the news that the next round of Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence will premiere on October 6. The group is currently running a fundraiser parallel with the rollout of the new plays.
#gunviolenceawareness @changetheref.bsky.social

ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence

The org is set to debut new productions October 6, and they need your help

armedwithreason.substack.com

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 16d

📞 Make your voice heard! Urge your Members of Congress to pass the bipartisan bump stock ban.

#EndGunViolence #BanBumpStocks

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 16d

In honor of National Suicide Prevention Awareness month, we bring to your attention another statistic that should urge you to fight mental health stigma and gun violence simultaneously.

Credit: Everytown Research & Policy

#SuicidePrevention #NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #EndGunViolence

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GVPedia @gvpedia.bsky.social · 23d

Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence is a nationwide initiative that empowers teens to confront gun violence through theater.
The next event is October 6.
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ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence

The next round of these inspired performances arrives October 6

open.substack.com

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 21d

Today we share a powerful message from Guac’s amazing mom, Patricia. May her words move you and inspire us all to take stronger action against gun violence.

#EndGunViolence

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 28d

A heartbreaking reality in America.

We cannot let gun violence become normal.

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · 28d

Today, after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Change The Ref reaffirms: weapons must never replace words.

And at this point, we should all agree, the real problem is the guns.

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · Sep 8

📞 Make your voice heard! Call your Members of Congress and urge them to cosponsor Ethan’s Law to #KeepKidsSafe from unsecured guns.

#EndGunViolence

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 8

GUAC to be Presented at the Kirk Douglas Theatre This Fall

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GUAC to be Presented at the Kirk Douglas Theatre This Fall

Center Theatre Group will present the West Coast premiere of GUAC, written and performed by Manuel Oliver, for three weeks of performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 8

His son died in the Parkland shooting. He’s fighting for gun reform onstage and with a controversial AI clone

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His son died in the Parkland shooting. He’s fighting for gun reform onstage and with a controversial AI clone

Manuel Oliver lost his son, Joaquin 'Guac' Oliver, in the Parkland school shooting. He's now bringing his gun-reform activism to the stage in a one-man show that's playing at Kirk Douglas Theatre in O...

www.latimes.com

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 3

Some words to you from Guac on this #WisdomWednesday 🥑

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 3

Firearms are the most lethal method of suicide in the United States.

This month we will be sharing more statistics that should urge you to get involved in the fight against gun violence in all of its forms.

#NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #YouMatter #EndGunViolence

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 2

Joaquin ‘Guac’ Oliver is remembered as an activist. He was also a son, a brother, a friend, a partner, an athlete, a music lover, and so much more.

It’s in learning how Joaquin lived that we find the inspiration to create change.

#EndGunViolence

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Change The Ref @changetheref.bsky.social · Sep 1

Prayers filled the room. Gunfire filled the silence. This end with policy, not platitudes. Annunciation Catholic Schoo Minnesota, our hearts are with you, and our voices demand change.

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