The rise of gun violence among our youth has risen drastically—we are in a true crisis. Youth are taking over communities and using firearms as tools of destruction. Even in schools, children as young as six years old are getting possession of firearms, and innocent bystanders are frequently caught in the crossfire of stray bullets.
To confront this crisis, the Joseph Gabriel Foundation, in partnership with the Yonkers YWCA youth, will gather with the community on National Gun Violence Awareness Day to spread awareness and discuss real solutions to keep our families safe.
We invite the entire Yonkers community to stand up against gun violence with us.
- Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Yonkers Arts Gallery (216 Lake Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701)
- Cost: Free, family-friendly event open to the public
Event Highlights Include:
- Keynote Speaker: District Leader and City Councilwoman Tasha Diaz
- Special Guests: Representatives from the Westchester Gun Violence Task Force
- Community Panel: Frontline speakers and advocates from local non-profit organizations
- Youth Advocacy: Dedicated youth performances and panel discussions led by the next generation of Yonkers leaders
- A Youth Creative Advocacy: Segment featuring local volunteer actors, poets, and musicians
- A “Wear Orange” Youth Style Showcase highlighting student apparel designers
- Youth Violence Prevention Forum: interactive athletic demonstrations
- The YWCA SNUG Unit and Peace Mobile on-site
The time for silence is over! We look forward to seeing the community unite at the Yonkers Arts Gallery to turn collective tragedy into meaningful local action.