Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center

Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center Empowering communities to create change in their communities and improve their physical and social environments

The Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center, is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Centers are funded to research youth violence prevention approaches, collect and analyze surveillance data, and foster relationships with local community partners to help develop, implement, and evaluate promising prevention efforts. We are based at the University of Michigan School of Public Health.

Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and we to make a statement🧡We are wearing it for every life lost, every f...
06/06/2026

Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and we to make a statement🧡
We are wearing it for every life lost, every family grieving, and every community still healing. Swipe to learn the history behind the movement and how Michigan YVPC is showing up for prevention year round. 
đź”—link in bio to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
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05/28/2026

Youth don't need perfection. They need presence.
Our youth leaders are sharing how adults can show up for them when they experience gun violence in their community.
Show up. Listen. Make it easier to heal 🧡
Like and Share this video to help us spread prevention

05/26/2026

Being rebellious as a teen is called "finding yourself", unless you're Black. The same behavior yet two very different outcomes. That's not an opinion. That's a pattern. Black youth deserve the same grace, the same second chances, and the same room to grow as everyone else.
🎙️ Tune in to OSOS Sessions to hear directly from youth on how systems and policies are impacting their lives and their community. Full conversation on Spotify and Youtube🔗 Link in bio

05/11/2026

A family shaken. A community grieving. This isn’t just news, it’s real life.
This is the impact of gun violence.
Resources like can help support youth, families, and communities through healing.
đź”—Link in bio to connect with support.
Follow along with Our Stories, Our Strength campaign to know you’re not alone 🧡

05/06/2026

Waiting. Not knowing. Worst-case scenarios on repeat.
Gun violence doesn’t just harm bodies, it impacts mental health too.
This is the side of gun violence we don’t talk about enough, and Our Stories, Our Strength is here to change that.
Thank you to the young person who trusted us with their story🧡
đź”—Link in bio to share your story and follow to support this campaign.
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05/06/2026

When grief becomes normal…pause.
Getting comfortable with trauma should not feel routine.
Appreciate the youth who spoke up and shared their story with us🧡
Listen to this story, then share yours. Link in bio.

Support is closer than you(th) think. We’ve put together a resource guide with DC, Michigan, and national resources you ...
05/05/2026

Support is closer than you(th) think. 
We’ve put together a resource guide with DC, Michigan, and national resources you can access anytime. If you need help but don’t know where to start, this is for you.
đź”—Link in bio- check it out or share with someone who might need it.

05/04/2026

New podcast drop 🚨
The OSOS Sessions 🎙️ Episode 1 is out now. From the root causes of violence to how it affects us, we’re uncovering the true reasons the trigger is pulled. We’re talking trauma, grief, safe spaces, and what’s needed for change.
Stream now on YouTube & Spotify đź”— Link in bio.

05/03/2026

Youth voices + one focus: prevention.
The OSOS Sessions 🎙️Episode 1 drops TOMORROW.

05/02/2026

What does it really feel like to grow up around gun violence? And what happens when youth finally get the space to tell their stories?
The OSOS Sessions: Triggering Change Podcast drops May 4. Tap in.

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1415 Washington Heights
Ann Arbor, MI
48109

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(734) 647-0219

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