; Whereas survivors of homicide victims are using their tragedies to inform, influence, and impact public policy so that all children, regardless of where they live, can grow up in a safe, peaceful community; Whereas survivors, advocates, and providers are working to implement equitable and effective community-based responses to homicide; Whereas the leadership by surviving family and community members is essential to disrupting cycles of violence and promoting peace in all communities; and Whereas recognition of the needs of survivors can help combat trauma, foster healing, and inform joy for families and communities impacted by homicide: Now, therefore, be it