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Safer TN Tracker | 5.2.25
A successful legislative session has come to a close — and we’re proud of the meaningful progress made this year. (We’ll share more details on that below!) With the legislative season wrapping up, The Tracker…
Voices for a Safer Tennessee Celebrates Key Milestones Following Legislative Session
Voices for a Safer Tennessee Celebrates Key Milestones Following Legislative Session Nashville, TN (April 2025) — Voices for a Safer Tennessee (Safer TN) is proud to reflect on a powerful 90-day sprint through the 2025…
Safer TN Tracker | 4.21.25
Our hearts are with the Florida State University community and all those impacted by last Thursday’s devastating shooting, in which the son of a sheriff’s deputy allegedly used her service weapon to kill two people…
Safer TN Tracker | 4.14.25
Less than two weeks ago—while many of us were sheltering in our bathrooms during tornado warnings—a 4-year-old boy in Memphis tragically accessed an unsecured firearm, with fatal consequences. It was the third unintentional shooting involving…
Safer TN Launches Billboard Campaign To Help Prevent Accidental Shootings
Safer TN Launches Billboard Campaign To Help Prevent Accidental Shootings Tennessee Ranks 3rd in the Nation for Accidental Shootings by Children Nashville, TN – April 7, 2025 – Voices for a Safer Tennessee (Safer TN)…
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Safer TN Tracker | 4.7.25
As the legislative session begins to wind down, our work at Safer TN continues at full speed—both at the Capitol and across the state. While lawmakers may soon adjourn, our commitment to building a safer…
Safer TN Tracker | 03.31.25
Every day, we are inspired by the dedication of people who take time out of their busy lives to stand with us—whether by attending legislative hearings, hosting Safer TN gatherings, engaging with communities at local…
Safer TN Tracker | 03.24.25
It’s hard to believe that nearly two years have passed since six lives were senselessly taken in a place that should have been safe—a school. On March 27, 2023, a shooter opened fire at The…
Safer TN Tracker | 03.24.25
It’s hard to believe that nearly two years have passed since six lives were senselessly taken in a place that should have been safe—a school. On March 27, 2023, a shooter opened fire at The…
Safer TN Tracker | 03.03.25
As you know, many of us at Safer TN are focused on data and how it undergirds our work. This week, we’re reflecting on the data that gives us hope. A recent poll from Vanderbilt…
Safer TN Tracker | 02.24.25
With snow blanketing much of Tennessee this week, several of our Safer TN events had to be postponed. But, we continued to monitor legislation as it began to move through the General Assembly. Scroll down…
Safer TN Tracker | 02.14.25
Safer TN had an impactful and busy week, focused on community engagement, advocacy, and preparation for the important weeks ahead. We helped spread kindness and support to the Antioch High School community for Valentine’s Day,…
Safer TN Tracker | 2.7.25
All bills for the 2025 legislative session have now been filed, with over 1400 bills introduced and 94 related to firearms. These proposals cover a range of issues that could have significant impacts on firearm…
Safer TN Tracker | 1.31.2025
Antioch High School students, faculty, and staff returned to class this week, just six days after a student opened fire in the school cafeteria. Tragically, a young woman was killed, two other students were injured,…
Safer TN Tracker | 01.24.2025
We stand in solidarity with Antioch High School. We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of a young woman’s life, the devastating decision made by a 17-year-old, and the trauma thousands of students experienced…
Safer TN Tracker | 01.17.2025
The 114th Tennessee General Assembly opened on Tuesday, kicking off a four-month legislative session. The Safer TN team was there for the start, and will be present every step of the way, working to advance…
Safer TN Tracker | 01.10.2025
Voices for a Safer Tennessee hosted a hybrid event Wednesday aimed at deepening community understanding of Tennessee’s legislative process and spotlighting Safer TN’s 2025 policy priorities. Held at Belmont University’s Center for Interprofessional Engagement and…
Safer TN Legislative Learning Session
https://youtube.com/live/SHHefXjogZ4 Jan. 9, 2025 — With the Tennessee General Assembly set to convene on Jan. 14, Voices for a Safer Tennessee hosted a legislative learning session at Belmont University on Wednesday to help Tennesseans understand…
2024 Safer TN Annual Report
2024 Safer TN Annual Report Legislation Digital Financial ReportDownload January 6, 2024
Safer TN Tracker | 12.20.2024
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend a national conference focused on reducing firearm-related harms where I gained valuable insights that reaffirm our commitment to moving the needle on firearm safety in Tennessee. One…
Safer TN Tracker | December 5, 2024
Hello there! I’d like to take a moment to formally introduce myself now that I’m two months into the job. I’m Jessica Jaglois, the new Director of Communications at Voices for a Safer Tennessee. With…
Ways to Be Kind
In January 2023, my 9-year-old daughter Evelyn created a list of ways to spread kindness. Tragically, her mission was cut short when a shooter attacked her Nashville elementary school…
Nicole’s Story
I was at work on March 27, 2023, when news of the tragic shooting at The Covenant School began to break. Questions tumbled with every update: A shooter. Where? At an elementary school. Is it my…
Safer TN Tracker | November 15, 2024
Safer TN is celebrating the progress we achieved together in the last legislative session. Thanks to your partnership, we’ve reached meaningful milestones in advancing firearm safety: Passed a new law preventing firearm purchases for 18-25-year-olds…
Safer TN Tracker | November 1, 2024
With Election Day right around the corner, I’m reaching out to urge you to vote if you haven’t already. The only way to make our voices heard during any election cycle is through the ballot…
Safer TN Belmont | WSMV Coverage
Safer TN Belmont | WSMV Coverage https://youtu.be/rTbYZRWLCs0 In the News: Voices for a Safer Tennessee joins the panel at Belmont University to discuss firearm safety policy, Second Amendment rights, and community safety. Coverage provided by…
Belmont Event Media Release | October 24, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 24, 2024 Media Contact:Jessica JagloisDirector of Communicationsjessica@safertn.org615-613-1624 Belmont University Hosts Critical Discussion on Firearm Safety Policies and Second Amendment Rights with Safer TN Nashville, TN – More than 70 students, community members, activists,…
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Safer TN Tracker | October 17, 2024
As October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, we are focusing on what is – and isn’t – being done to protect victims of domestic violence. Did you know that the leading cause of death for…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 7, 2024 Media Contact: Jessica Jaglois, (615) 613-1624 Voices for a Safer Tennessee Hosted Statewide Suicide Prevention DiscussionPanel Addressed Mental Health and Firearm Safety Solutions NASHVILLE, Tenn. – To mark the conclusion…
Safer TN Tracker | October 4, 2024
This week, Safer TN presented a webinar on suicide prevention. The statistics are shocking: Our state’s rate of suicide by firearm is nearly 50% higher than the national average. Rural residents and military veterans are…