Black Firearm Owners’ Experiences Project

Our research explores the diverse experiences of Black individuals who currently or formerly own or have access to a firearm. We aim to understand how policing, law, and social context shape firearm safety behaviors and decision-making.

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Thank you for sharing your stories

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Black Firearm Owners’ Experiences Project, we gathered over 50 in-depth stories — more than 54 hours of narrative interviews. Your time, trust, and insight made this work possible, and we’re deeply grateful to each person who shared their experience.

Our Findings

Recruitment for this study is now closed. Our first findings are ready to share! Explore our top takeaways below. Policy briefs, blog posts, and academic articles will be added here as they’re published throughout 2026.