Essential Gun Safety Lessons from a Heartbroken Mother: What Every Parent Should Understand

Gun violence tragically claims lives, particularly impacting children and teens. For three years, it has been the leading cause of death in this demographic. Ro Patrick from The Ad Council emphasizes addressing this crisis through the "Agree to Agree" campaign, which fosters unity across diverse communities to promote safe firearm practices and discussions. Personal stories, like that of Julvonnia McDowell, underscore that tragedies from unsecured guns are preventable. The effort aims to transform how we approach gun safety, ensuring children’s well-being remains a priority in all spheres of society.