In times of uncertainty, when systems feel fragile and trust in institutions falters, where do we turn for hope? We turn to each other. Across the globe, communities are witnessing deep fractures—from the struggles in Venezuela to challenges right here at home. In moments like these, connection becomes a lifeline. Community-based organizations like Visioning Beyond Violence (VBV) remind us that real power lies not in distant policies but in our shared humanity, in the healing

Every day, an average of 125 people are killed by guns in the U.S., while more than 200 are wounded. Gun violence's harm is not just physical; it perpetuates mentally, leaving deep psychological scars on millions, especially youth. Gun injuries are the leading cause of death among children. Organizations like Visioning Beyond Violence address this trauma by providing support, tools, and safe spaces centered on physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being to empower y

In a time of polarization, the latest 2025 Johns Hopkins National Survey of Gun Policy   reveals a powerful truth: Americans agree on...