About Enough of Gun Violence | Gun Violence Prevention in Maryland
Enough of Gun Violence: Non-Violence is Life is a grassroots, youth-led collective rooted in the DMV area and dedicated to preventing and reducing domestic and gun violence through community action, education, and advocacy. Founded and led by survivors and young activists, this Maryland-based nonprofit (501(c)(3)) connects directly with those impacted by violence—particularly in marginalized communities—and empowers them to take part in meaningful change.
Through both conventional and unconventional nonviolent actions, Enough of Gun Violence educates communities on the impact of violence in American life and helps organize creative, holistic strategies for change. Whether it’s supporting safe gun storage laws, advocating for survivors of domestic abuse, or lobbying for life-saving policy at the local and national levels, EGV brings equity, inclusion, and urgency to the heart of the gun violence prevention movement.
What Does Enough of Gun Violence Offer?
Community Outreach
- EGV builds real relationships with gun violence survivors, local leaders, and grassroots organizations. Their outreach work helps amplify advocacy efforts and foster shared healing in communities throughout Maryland and the broader DMV region.
Youth-Led Advocacy
- By training and organizing young people, EGV works to influence legislation at all levels of government. The team helps community members take part in lobbying efforts and equips them with the tools needed to demand change—safely and effectively.
Public Education & Dialogue
- EGV hosts events, panels, and workshops that create space for honest conversations about how violence shapes American life. They aim to creatively challenge systemic norms and bring visibility to the lived experiences of those most affected.
Survivor-Informed Support
- Guided by the insight of survivors, EGV supports trauma-informed, culturally competent advocacy to ensure marginalized individuals have a voice and place in the broader movement.
Why Choose Enough of Gun Violence?
- Local Roots, National Reach: Though based in Maryland and the DMV, EGV works on both local and federal levels to support systemic change.
- Young Voices Leading Change: One of the first collectives of everyday young people working for holistic, equitable reform.
- Unconventional, Creative Advocacy: Blending art, activism, and education to reimagine how we talk about and respond to violence.
- Centered on Equity: Prioritizing accessibility and inclusion in every part of the movement.
- Official 501(c)(3): Transparent, mission-driven, and community-accountable.
