Millions of civilians have been internally displaced by fighting in this country. Congo has been embroiled in a conflict for the past ten years involving nearly a dozen rebel groups and resulting in over five million deaths. The conflict is fueled by the rebels' efforts to control lucrative natural resources.
This Gun Violence Prevention folder will help to equip individuals, small groups and churches to advocate for the prevention of gun violence. It includes background materials, a faith reflection, policy suggestions and advocacy tips.
Currently, 47 million Americans lack health insurance. Another 16 million are underinsured. Heart-wrenching stories in the news illustrate the cracks in the system – a child dies from an abscess tooth; a young woman dies from a treatable chronic illness.
The system is broken.