Violence Policy Center

Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States2-10 Employees

The Violence Policy Center is a Washington, DC–based non-profit organization focused on understanding firearm violence as a public health issue. Since its founding in 1988, it has produced original research through published reports that examine the impact of gun violence on American society and advocate for comprehensive consumer product health and safety oversight of the firearms industry. The center positions its work at the intersection of research, public education, and policy advocacy, aiming to inform policymakers and engage affected communities in reducing gun death and injury. Its activities are directed toward informing the public about firearms violence and shaping public policy through earned media and education, with a focus on the marketing and distribution of firearms as a consumer product and the associated societal costs. The organization operates with a small staff and maintains its presence in Washington, DC, delivering findings and analyses that relate to gun violence trends, industry practices, and potential regulatory approaches.

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