Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Initiative
In June 2023, PCCD’s Chair Lt. Governor Austin Davis directed PCCD's Victims' Services Advisory Committee (VSAC) to undertake a new statewide Resources for Victims of Gun Violence initiative. The goal of this initiative is to identify existing resources and address gaps to better support survivors, families, and caregivers in Pennsylvania affected by gun violence.
Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Initiative Directive
Interim Report: Resources for Gun Violence Victims (August 2024)
Share your Experience
Help us better
understand how to meet the needs of communities impacted
by gun violence.
PCCD and ICF are gathering insights to enhance the support provided for individuals who have experienced gun violence in communities across Pennsylvania. Opportunities to share insights include surveys and discussion groups with individuals who have experienced gun violence. We also want to hear from organizations or community members who provide support to individuals impacted by gun violence.
If you are interested in sharing your experience, please fill out the Interest Survey. Opportunities to share insights will take place from October through December 2024.
PCCD and ICF will use the findings to:
- Identify gaps in services and determine how to fill those gaps,
- Develop strategies to meet the needs of both individuals who have experienced gun violence and entities who provide assistance,
- Increase resources for communities impacted by gun violence, and
- Pilot a Resiliency Center model in Pennsylvania. Resiliency Centers offer assistance with a variety of options from food, clothing, and housing to legal services, therapeutic support, and victim compensation for people impacted by gun violence.
The goal is to have equitable resources across communities and make it easier for individuals to access the services they need in response to gun violence.