National Youth Violence Prevention Week
April 24-28, 2023 is National Youth Violence Prevention Week.
Join in on virtual activities and sign the Houston National Violence Prevention Pledge to receive a free gift!
Questions? Contact Paul Johson.
Youth violence is a significant public health problem that affects thousands of young people each day, and in turn, their families, schools, and communities. Youth violence is widespread in the United States and is the third leading cause of death for young people between the ages of 10 and 24. Public health and violence prevention practitioners and researchers are united by a common goal: stop youth violence from happening in the first place.
Virtual Activities
- Monday, April 24, 2023 — Media Monday: Send out social media blasts about National Youth Violence Prevention Week to your friends and family. #SaySomething and take the Houston Pledge to Prevent Youth Violence Pledge.
- Tuesday, April 25, 2023 — Take a picture of the Houston City Council meeting where a Youth Violence Prevention Proclamation will be signed by our mayor, then post it on your social media and tag us (#HoustonHealth).
- Wednesday, April 26, 2023 — Wellness Wednesday: Check on the Houston Health Department and find which partner offers services such as health care, My Brother's Keeper, healthy families, and WIC.
- Thursday, April 27, 2023 — Post photos on social media platforms of students and trusted adults; for example, police, clergy, or a teacher.
- Friday, April 28, 2023 (Photo Finish and Fact Friday): Facts about youth violence you need to know will be blasted on social media to increase awareness. Take a picture of yourself by a mural in the City of Houston and tag us (#HoustonHealth)!
Houston National Violence Prevention Pledge
I, [YOUR NAME], do hereby proclaim my commitment to supporting the promotion of youth health, the provision of youth opportunity, and the prevention of youth violence in Houston. I pledge to do all I can to protect our young people from gun violence by encouraging and supporting solutions that create safer, healthier homes, schools, and communities.
I pledge to be supportive of the Sandy Hook Promise and its efforts to promote gun safety, mental health, and community connectedness. I recognize that a culture of peace and nonviolence can only be achieved through the collective efforts of all people and organizations.
We call on all to join us in this effort, by promoting youth health and wellness, providing opportunities for our young people to thrive, and working together to prevent youth violence. I promise to work together with all Houstonians to build a safer, healthier, and more peaceful city for our children and youth.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto made a solemn pledge!
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Page last reviewed: April 17, 2023