Kids deserve to feel safe wherever they are!

-Firearms are the leading cause of death for American children and teens.
-4.6 million children live in a home where at least one gun is loaded, unlocked, and accessible.
-3 out of 4 guns fired at school were obtained from a friend or relative’s home.

Join Asheville’s Be SMART volunteer community group to find out how YOU can help keep unsecured guns out of kids’ hands.

Learn:
-Who we are
-The SMART framework
-How we spread the word about responsible gun ownership
-How to inquire about gun storage
-Actions you can take locally

Who should attend: Folks interested in learning actionable ways to help prevent gun violence in our community by spreading the safe storage message. Come find out how to reach people across the political divide with a common-sense, non-partisan educational campaign. We will train you!