Talking about armed violence is not easy — especially in communities where it is so common that it can start to feel like a fact of life. Yet young people are stepping forward to lead this urgent conversation, determined to protect themselves and those people they care about.
In many places, including where I grew up, the sound of gunfire is not unusual. Living with that reality leaves lasting marks on children and young people who are forced to witness fear and loss. That is why disarmament is not only about weapons; it is also about mental health, community care and human rights.
