Community intervention to reduce firearm violence among youth
Changing the Narrative on Firearms Violence: A Community Collaborative Intervention
This study is working to help young people in Washington, D.C., especially those in struggling neighborhoods, by creating a program that encourages positive choices and reduces gun violence through community support and media, aiming to change how they see themselves and their futures.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11194052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to tackle the alarming rates of firearm-related homicides among young people, particularly in socioeconomically challenged communities in Washington, D.C. The project will involve collaboration with local organizations to develop and implement a community-level intervention that promotes non-violent identity trajectories through various media. By engaging youth in a supportive environment, the initiative seeks to change the narrative around firearms violence and provide alternative pathways for young individuals. The research will be conducted in two phases: formative research followed by the implementation of the intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young individuals aged 10-24, particularly those from African-American and other minority backgrounds living in high-violence areas.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted communities or are outside the age range of 10-24 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce firearm violence and improve community safety for young people.
How similar studies have performed: Other community-based interventions targeting youth violence have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- George Washington University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Edberg, Mark — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Edberg, Mark
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.