Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 14 to 24

Program to prevent youth gun violence in Washington D.C.

Official title: Addressing Root Causes for Gun Violence Prevention (ARC-GVP) Outcomes Study

Run by University of Michigan · NCT05887973 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a summer job program in Washington D.C. to see if it helps young people change their behavior and attitudes about gun violence.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages14 Years to 24 Years
SexAll
Enrollment250 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Michigan
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ann Arbor, Michigan)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 27, 2022
Main results expectedSeptember 29, 2026
Study endsSeptember 29, 2026
Registry record updatedAugust 31, 2026
Trial IDNCT05887973 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are youth in Washington D.C. participating in the T.R.I.G.G.E.R Project.

Probably not a fit

Emancipated minors may not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to build evidence for a youth firearm violence prevention program in Washington D.C., focusing on the T.R.I.G.G.E.R Project. It investigates how participation in a summer employment program affects youth behavioral outcomes, including aggression and attitudes towards firearms. Participants will complete four surveys over a year to assess changes in their behaviors and attitudes related to gun violence. The study seeks to understand the root causes of youth violence and promote positive youth development.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce youth firearm violence and improve behavioral outcomes for participants.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in similar youth violence prevention approaches, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Youth in Washington D.C. who are participating in The T.R.I.G.G.E.R Project, a grassroots youth firearm violence prevention program

Exclusion Criteria:

* Emancipated minors

Where it's running

  • University of Michigan
    Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Marc Zimmerman, PhD — University of Michigan
  • Study coordinator: Laney Rupp, MPH
  • Email: laneyr@umich.edu
  • Phone: 734-647-6469

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.