About the Resource Bank
The Resource Bank was developed through a partnership between the Colorado Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) and the University of Colorado Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative (FIPI).
The resource bank is organized into multiple sections, each focusing on a specific topic related to preventing injury and death due to firearms. It will grow over time with future sections on a variety of topics related to firearms in Colorado.
The Resource Bank is guided by several principles, including:
Respect for all Coloradans
Respect for all Coloradans, including their experiences, values, and views around firearms.
Understanding the Problem
Understanding the problem through data and the perspectives and insights of people impacted by injury and death involving firearms.
Collaboration
Promoting collaboration between individuals and organizations from diverse backgrounds, professional fields, and locations.
Identifying What Works
Identifying what works to best prevent all types of firearm-related harms, based on evidence.
Transparency
Being transparent in the information and research to build trust with diverse partners.
Equity
Recognizing the need to identify and address underlying risk factors and systemic inequities contributing to the disproportionate impact of firearm-related harms on certain Colorado communities.