Our Mission

Ceasefire Oregon is dedicated to enacting laws in Oregon that will ensure the safe and responsible use of firearms. Our work toward that goal proceeds on three levels:

The Oregon Legislature

We work at the state level to educate legislators about gun violence and responsible steps Oregon can take to reduce firearm-related homicides, suicides, and unintentional deaths. We propose and lobby on behalf of gun safety legislation.

The Public

Our goal is to build and maintain a grassroots network capable of proactively demanding reasonable regulations on firearms and rapidly responding to any proposed weakening of gun laws. As part of this effort, we inform members of the general public about proposed legislation at the state and national levels and about opportunities to affect the legislative process. Outreach efforts are designed to increase membership and inform the public about the need for legislative action. Educational campaigns are coordinated with other groups involved with gun safety education.

The Media

U.S. citizens are rarely exposed to realistic consequences of gun violence. We work with all media to ensure that gun violence and its public health implications are accurately reported. In addition, we work with the media to educate the public about gun violence. We accomplish these steps by developing and maintaining contacts with media representatives and by serving as a reliable source for journalists seeking information on gun safety.