#### Join Thursday’s, Gun Violence Prevention “Illinois RIFL Act” explained April 23,@7PM CDT Zoom
#### Stop Gun Violence -Together: From Illinois to the Nation: Local Voices-National Impact 4/23@7pm CDT
+Join us on **Thursday, April 23 at 7:00 PM CDT** for an important **Gun Violence Prevention** Zoom focused on **Illinois’ Responsibility in Firearm Legislation (RIFL) Act**, a groundbreaking state bill that shifts some of the financial burden of gun violence from taxpayers onto the gun industry while funding support for survivors and violence prevention efforts._
While the **RIFL Act** is **Illinois legislation**, it is already inspiring organizers and lawmakers in other states who are exploring similar models based on this framework. Our featured speakers are **Dr. Anthony Douglas II** and **Ishaan Srivastava**.
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**Dr. Anthony Douglas II**, a trauma physician and one of the architects and leading advocates for the **RIFL Act**, will explain how the bill works, what problems it is designed to solve, and why making firearm manufacturers share in the costs of gun injuries could change the national conversation on gun safety. He’ll also share where the bill stands in **Springfield** this session and how **Illinois’ leadership** on this issue could pave the way for similar legislation across the country.
Adding a powerful youth voice, **Ishaan Srivastava** will talk about why young people are stepping up to promote the **RIFL Act** and demand bold action on gun violence prevention. He’ll share how this Illinois legislation connects to the lived reality of students and young organizers, and why the **RIFL model** is resonating with youth advocates in other states as they look for effective, scalable solutions.
Whether you are new to this issue or a long-time advocate, you’ll come away with a clear understanding of the **RIFL Act**, the role **Illinois** is playing as a **national leader**, and concrete ways to plug into the growing coalition behind this life‑saving approach—both here and in other states watching this effort closely. **Register now to receive the Zoom link and bring a friend who cares about ending gun violence.**
We’ll also take time to talk about how we can move forward from here, including the organizing, outreach, and advocacy needed to keep momentum going. This conversation will help us think strategically about the months ahead and how we can stay engaged.
We encourage everyone to **join the discussion, ask questions, and help build momentum** for stronger gun safety action in 2026 and beyond. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation with a candidate who truly understands what’s at stake.
**NWSOFA-Indivisible** is a progressive, grassroots organization based in the northwest suburbs of Chicago (“the land beyond O’Hare”) with thousands of members locally and across the country connected via Zoom.
Each month, WHILE WE FOCUS ON IL, we share National news and legislation as we gather to honor those affected and to renew our commitment to fostering safer neighborhoods.
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