The Impact of Firearm Violence in Black Communities

Rupa Jose, Ruth Abaya

ResearchPublished Mar 30, 2026

Firearm violence occurs disproportionately in Black communities. This review of articles focuses on that impact and is intended to support effective public safety strategies and future firearm research. Despite limitations in the available evidence, it is clear that increases in firearm violence are associated with adverse mental health, physical health, educational, and economic outcomes.

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Jose, Rupa and Ruth Abaya, The Impact of Firearm Violence in Black Communities. Santa Monica, CA: RAND Corporation, 2026. https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA4360-4.html.
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