What impact has violence had on you and your school?

What should our city do to stop violence in our community?

Three people under the age of 17 have been fatally shot in the District since the start of the school year. An additional 19 children have been victims of nonfatal shootings, according to data from D.C. police.

It is time that our city ACTED to #EndViolence.

Earlier this school year, students at Anacostia High School called on Mayor Bowser and city leaders to Take Action. Join them in calling on our city to #EndViolence in our communities.

Join us on Thursday, January 16 at 3:00 PM

at Anacostia High School* to urge the city to Take Action.

What you can do:

1.       Share your Story. Join us at our rally and share your story.

2.       Stand with Us. We want to invite all those impacted by violence to stand with us and show solidarity for our demands.

3.       Call for Action. Join us at the event and tell the Mayor what she can do to end violence in our communities.

4.       Spread the Word. Help us spread the word about our demands via social media using the hashtag #EndViolence.

* Location and time are tentative. Please contact us to confirm. If you’d like to participate in the rally in any way, please contact Joe Weedon at jweedon@WTULocal6.net or 202-277-9410.

DEMANDS from the Students of Anacostia High School

1.     Strengthen safe passage.

2.     Provide transportation for kids after school.

3.     Provide more programs for kids that they're interested in.

4.     Keep the school open longer on Friday nights to give students a safe space.

5.     Monthly mental health check-ups.

6.     School representatives to be more involved in students' mental and physical health.

7.     Speak to the chancellor to connect more about our safety.

8.     Demand the mayor to listen to us.