YMP Solutions Circle on Gun Violence: June 18, 2026

A group of young leaders and community members gathered in Mississippi on June 18, 2026, to brainstorm solutions to gun violence, organized by the Mississippi Free Press and the Mississippi Youth Media Project. Discussions focused on innovative, youth-driven approaches to reducing gun violence, highlighting the importance of youth engagement in tackling critical social issues. This initiative underscores the need for community-based strategies to address the pervasive problem of gun violence, emphasizing the potential impact of involving younger voices in policymaking.