Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative

Mission

The mission of the Yolo County Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative (YGVPC) is to bring together diverse organizations, including, but not limited to community gun violence interruption groups, education and healthcare sectors, and law enforcement to work collaboratively to identify and address contributing factors that lead to gun violence. We are committed to engaging in practical and sustainable action to reduce and ultimately eliminate how gun violence adversely affects Yolo County, with attention to the disproportionate impact on already marginalized communities. We will work to promote safety, improve quality of life, and foster a sense of trust and unity among the Yolo County residents. We will do this by implementing community-driven, evidence-based gun violence intervention and prevention strategies. Working together, we can create a safer and more peaceful environment for all who call Yolo County home. 

● Conduct research and analyze data to identify contributing factors of gun violence in Yolo County on a regular, timely and ongoing basis, providing regular updates to the Board of Supervisors via joining rotating 2x2 meetings and an annual Board presentation. 

● Develop & implement evidence-based gun violence prevention strategies, including public education campaigns & community outreach. Partner with the UC Davis Violence Prevention Research Group and community violence interruption organization to assess what is working & not working in gun violence prevention efforts. 

● Educate the public on laws and responsible gun ownership, including safe storage practices and methods to reduce gun theft, suicide, and accidental shootings. 

● Provide support to victims and families affected by gun violence, including counseling, advocacy, and community resources. This includes supporting victims' compensation efforts in all gun violence related injuries, regardless of perpetrator. 

● Lead and advocate for strong gun safety policy at the County level that will guide cities in best practices and model effective gun regulations for other jurisdictions. 

● Work towards building a regional gun violence prevention collaborative by strengthening existing connections and fostering new relationships with key entities. 

● Work with Yolo County Office of Education and local school districts to encourage development & implementation of:

● Space planning that fosters community and creative outlets for students & educators. 

● Meditation curriculum that is proven to assist in conflict de-escalation and improve communication. 

● County-wide anti-racist education & peer to peer coaching. 

● Agricultural community 

● Community Violence Interruption Group(s) 

● CASA 

● Cities: City Council & police: Davis, Winters, West Sacramento, Woodland 

● County: BOS (2); District Attorney; Health & Human Services; Sherriff; Probation; Youth Commission 

● Davis Phoenix Coalition 

● Education: YCOE, Davis Joint Unified, Esparto Joint Unified, Woodland Joint Unified, Winters Joint Unified, Washington Unified School Districts 

● Empower Yolo 

● Family Resource Centers 

● First 5 Yolo 

● Giffords Law Center 

● Gun Violence Survivors 

Meetings will be planned approximately quarterly, with specific interests groups meeting as needed.