Stopping violence and hatred after New Zealand

Last week, two mosques in New Zealand became the sites of terror attacks. At least 50 people were killed and another 50 wounded in Christchurch, New Zealand. The main suspect in the shooting may have posted a manifesto containing "anti-immigrant, anti-Muslim" sentiments minutes before the attack.

PathWays PA sends our thoughts and support to families in New Zealand and to all those affected by gun violence and xenophobia. Please read on to learn more about what you can do to support families and stop violence and hatred.

How You Can Help Victims

• The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh set up a fund for Christchurch victims. Last year, Muslim communities in Pittsburgh and across the world raised money for victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting.
• CNN recommends supporting the New Zealand Council of Victim Support Groups, which has launched a crowdfunding campaign. 
• As always, please research any organization carefully before donating to them

How You Can Take Action on Gun Violence

• Ceasefire PA maintains a number of actions that you can take on their website. They also have a student advocacy toolkit for gun violence prevention. 
• The National Association of School Psychologists offers a resource for talking to your children about violence.
• Everytown for Gun Safety lists 7 actions you can take right now.

How You Can Take Action Against Xenophobia and Racism

• Unicef USA offers ways to take action here.
• The United Nations shares ways to promote and defend human rights along with resources and social media.
• Southern Poverty Law Center offers 10 principles for fighting hate in your community.
• Get resources for educators, parents and families from the Anti-Defamation League, and learn from them about how to speak out against hate online.