The Gun Safety & Violence Reduction Initiative is a collaborative effort led by Community Partnership of the Ozarks (CPO) to reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths in Springfield and across the Ozarks region. This initiative was born from community conversations, data-driven research, and the urgent need to address rising gun violence that impacts families, neighborhoods, and our shared future.
Our approach is rooted in community voices, prevention strategies, and evidence-based solutions. We believe that the people who live in the neighborhoods most affected by gun violence have the knowledge and power to drive change. Together, we are building safer communities for everyone.