NC S.A.F.E.

Mark your calendars: Our annual NC S.A.F.E. Week of Action is June 1–7. During this week, we encourage all gun owners to check their gun storage habits and act to store their guns safely. If you want to get involved or host an event in your area, email info@ncsafe.org.

Your actions today could save a life tomorrow. Practicing safe firearm storage reduces the risk that someone will access your gun during a mental health crisis. Learn more in our suicide prevention resource: ncsafe.org/resource/suici…

Guns are the leading cause of injury-related death for kids in North Carolina. Wherever your spring break plans take you, make sure any guns there are stored safely — even if you’re not the gun owner. Learn more: ncsafe.org/safestorage/

Make talking about safe gun storage part of your routine when you’re setting up playdates. Chatting with other parents about how they store their guns could be the difference between a fun afternoon and a tragic accident. Find conversation starters: ncsafe.org/resource/paren…

For Baker Burleson, safe gun storage made the difference between life and death for his teenage son. When Baker’s son considered taking his own life during a mental health crisis, he couldn’t access his dad’s gun — and instead went on to get the help he needed.

Cars are a hot spot for gun theft. Don’t let your gun fall into the wrong hands. Before you walk away, double-check that your car is locked and your gun is locked in a device that can’t be removed from the car. Find more safe storage tips: ncsafe.org/safestorage/

When he became a husband and a parent, Jonathan McDowell realized that having an unsecured gun wasn’t worth the risk to his child or others. He prioritized safe gun storage to help keep his family safe. Learn about safe gun storage: ncsafe.org

Heading out of town? Add safe gun storage to your travel checklist. Any time you bring your gun, have a plan for how you’ll transport and store it securely. Find safe gun storage tips: ncsafe.org/safestorage/

Gun accidents happen fast, but they can be prevented with safe gun storage. Learn more about safe storage options that fit your family’s needs: ncsafe.org/safestorage/

If you keep a gun in your home, make sure you’re storing it as safely as possible. It’s your responsibility to keep it secure. Learn more about safe storage options: ncsafe.org/safestorage/

An unlocked gun is a tragedy waiting to happen. There’s no reason to compromise your family’s safety — lock your gun every time. Learn more about safe gun storage: ncsafe.org

Too many kids live in households with unlocked guns. Start the conversation about gun safety with your patients’ families. Find resources: ncsafe.org/healthcare

Storing guns properly is vital to keeping kids safe. Start the conversation about safe gun storage with families in your community. Learn more: ncsafe.org/healthcare

There’s an urgent need for North Carolina gun owners to store their guns safely. As a first responder, you can help prevent emergencies by sharing resources about safe gun storage. Find resources: ncsafe.org/healthcare

First responders know firsthand: Proper gun storage keeps everyone safe. Find resources on safe gun storage: ncsafe.org/healthcare

Safe gun storage saves lives. Discussing safe gun storage with your patients’ families could prevent a tragedy. Find resources for health professionals: ncsafe.org/healthcare

Too many kids are being injured by unsecured guns. With safe gun storage, we can help keep kids safe. As a trusted leader in health and safety, you can make a difference. Get resources to guide conversations with families: ncsafe.org/healthcare

North Carolina has an urgent need for safe gun storage. As a pediatrician, check in with your patients’ families about their gun storage habits at home. Find resources for pediatricians: ncsafe.org/healthcare.

Properly storing a gun takes only seconds, and it could save a life. Start the conversation about secure gun storage with your patients and your community: ncsafe.org/healthcare

Safe gun storage prevents tragedies before they reach you. Find shareable resources on safe gun storage: ncsafe.org/healthcare