"WE ARE NOT AN ANTI-GUN ORGANIZATION. WE BELIEVE IN PEACE, NOT WAR! LOVE, NOT HATE!"
About US
GDLU is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to combating gun violence and its devastating effects on the African American and Indigenous (Native) communities.
Our Mission
Guns Down, Love Up (GDLU) is dedicated to ending gun violence through community engagement, education, and empowerment. We strive to foster resilience and create strong support networks that uplift individuals and families impacted by community and gun violence, with a particular focus on the African American and Native communities. Through healing, advocacy, and collective action, we are building safer, more connected communities where love, justice, and peace thrives.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a future free from gun violence, where our community is empowered, resilient, and united. We envision a world where individuals and families heal from the impacts of community and gun violence through restorative practices, cultural enrichment, and unwavering support. By fostering peace, love, and understanding, we will build safe environments where every person can thrive in harmony and justice.
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