Thread by @AGKarlRacine

Welcome to today's #AskDCOAG Twitter Chat on the impacts of gun violence in DC and ways we can make our city safer.

You'll hear from our chat partners:
✅@DCPSCounseling
✅@TheTRIGGERProj
✅@DtWTChallenge
✅@dorieturnernolt of @MomsDemand
✅@kemuelfarmer of @sda_dc
#GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc District students looking to earn community service credit during today's chat must:

📣 Retweet chat content twice and comment four times
📝 Submit a 300-500 word essay

Learn more and submit essay: forms.gle/zLJNJ3JWhnojks…
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Following the killing of #GeorgeFloyd, Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields put it best: People are sick and tired of reliving the reprehensible history of murder perpetrated against African Americans, particularly black men, by white law enforcement officers. #AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc This past week has stirred immense anger and pain in our nation & rightfully moved citizens to call for an end to police brutality and systemic racism

We need these voices.

We need civil engagement & community-driven strategies to advance meaningful change.
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc In today’s #GunFreeDC chat, we hope to hear your voices as we discuss ways to reduce gun violence, end police brutality, and make our country safer. #AskDCOAG

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q1: How can we make sure gun violence in the District is not normalized?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q2: How does gun violence affect mental health?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q3: What are some ways to resolve conflict that doesn’t involve physical assault or guns?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q4: How can students use their voices to speak out against violence in all forms, including police brutality? #AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q5: How has the increased use of technology during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted online conflict? Can online conflict lead to gun violence?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q6: What are some ways you can talk to your friends or kids about gun violence prevention?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Q7: What is the District doing to combat gun violence? What has worked to prevent gun violence?
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Thanks to everyone for participating in today’s #GunFreeDC Twitter Chat!

Today we heard some great information about how to deescalate conflicts and ways to prevent violence. #AskDCOAG

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc Please follow our chat partners for more resources and information on #GunFreeDC:

✅@DCPSCounseling
✅@TheTRIGGERProj
✅@DtWTChallenge
✅@dorieturnernolt of @MomsDemand
✅@kemuelfarmer of @sda_dc

#AskDCOAG

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc JOIN US Friday to celebrate 240+ DC middle schoolers participating in the @DtWTChallenge, a national essay contest that gives young people a chance to share ideas on how to stop violence.

🗓Friday, June 5
⏰11:00am ET

Register: oag.dc.gov/DTWTCeremony
#AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc REMINDER: June 5 is National Gun Violence Awareness and Prevention Day.

Join us in honoring the lives affected by senseless gun violence: wearorange.org #AskDCOAG #GunFreeDC

@DCPSCounseling @TheTRIGGERProj @DtWTChallenge @dorieturnernolt @MomsDemand @kemuelfarmer @sda_dc As DC begins phased reopening, it's still important to wear a mask and practice social distancing on essential errands, and wash our hands frequently.

If you experience #COVID19 symptoms, please seek medical care.

Learn about your rights at oag.dc.gov/coronavirus
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