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Learn About Our Violence Prevention Research

Sandy Hook Promise  (SHP) is taking a public health approach to ending the gun violence epidemic, combining community-based programs, comprehensive research, and nonpartisan policy. Our signature violence prevention programs like Start With Hello, No One Eats Alone and Say Something are based on critical analysis of every major mass attack and school shooting. Comprehensive research and analysis reveal that key warning signs precede violence and that recognizing the signs is essential to violence prevention.

Learn more about the research that powers this life-saving work and highlights the continued need for wider accessibility, including current studies and Sandy Hook Promise’s published white papers.

Using Data Science to Save More Lives

SHP is embarking on a research project with the University of Michigan School of Public Health to study anonymous reporting systems.

Protecting America’s Youth from Gun Violence

Red the white paper from SHP and the National Center for School Safety.

U.S. School Safety: The Impact of the STOP School Violence Grant

Since 2018, the STOP School Violence Act and its federal grant program have been pivotal in enhancing school safety.

Key Findings

See the data driving our impact—and why access to proven programs matters more than ever.

Learning Projects

Co-creating local solutions to adapt, expand, and sustain youth violence prevention in diverse communities.

Publications

Published findings show impact, support wider access, and highlight SHP’s thought leadership.

Sources

Reports in the field of violence prevention that Sandy Hook Promise frequently uses.

U.S. Secret Service Study

Researchers with the U.S. Secret Service confirm school shootings are preventable.

Sandy Hook Promise Is A Recognized Top-Rated Nonprofit Organization

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Stay informed on what Sandy Hook Promise is doing to help prevent gun violence in schools, homes and communities.