SAVIR Members in the News 

SAVIR members are advancing injury and violence prevention through research, public engagement, and innovative approaches to safer communities. Explore some of their recent accomplishments and contributions featured in the news.

Charles Branas and Jaclyn Schildkraut featured in The Trace’s Safer Together forum

Charles Branas of Columbia University and Jaclyn Schildkraut of the Rockefeller Institute of Government joined researchers at The Trace’s 2026 Safer Together forum. The September 22 feature highlights a discussion about the evidence behind gun violence prevention strategies, the challenges of translating research into practice, and opportunities to sustain progress.

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Cassandra Crifasi comments on national firearm death trends

In August, The Trace featured Crifasi’s perspective in its analysis of new CDC data showing that firearm deaths declined in 2025 while firearm suicides reached a record high. She emphasized the need for stronger suicide-prevention efforts and the importance of reducing firearm access during moments of crisis.

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Cara Hamann co-authors e-bike and e-scooter safety guidance

Cara Hamann of the University of Iowa co-authored a July opinion piece offering five tips for keeping children safe on e-bikes and e-scooters. The article highlights the growing burden of serious injuries among young riders and the need for prevention strategies as micromobility use expands.

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Kelsey Conrick’s Pathways 2 Safety program receives $500,000 gift

The University of Washington announced a new $500,000 gift from the Erick Shirley Foundation for Mental Health to expand Pathways 2 Safety, a firearm-suicide prevention training program developed by Kelsey Conrick. The program equips behavioral health providers to discuss firearm safety with patients experiencing mental health crises and has already trained 600 providers and students.

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Daniel Webster discusses Baltimore’s public health approach to gun violence

Daniel Webster of the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions was featured in a September article from the Pennsylvania Municipal League examining gun violence as a public health issue. Webster discussed Baltimore’s Group Violence Reduction Strategy and the importance of combining focused violence prevention with support and resources for people at highest risk.

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