Leading Public Safety Solution Provider SoundThinking Observes National Gun Violence Awareness Day And Wear Orange Weekend
01 Junio 2023 - 7:30AM
SoundThinking, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSTI) (formerly
ShotSpotter, Inc.), a leading public safety technology company that
combines data-driven solutions and strategic advisory services for
law enforcement and community assistance groups, today announced
its active participation in National Gun Violence Awareness Day,
which kicks off Wear Orange Weekend. The annual event, taking place
from June 2-4, 2023 aims to raise awareness about the devastating
impact of gun violence and advocate for meaningful change.
“As an organization committed to addressing gun violence and
creating safer communities, we look forward to participating in
National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Wear Orange Weekend," said
Ralph Clark, CEO of SoundThinking, Inc. “This is a time to remember
victims, support their families, and advocate for solutions. We
stand united with the community across the country in our goal to
raise awareness and demand change."
“Wear Orange” began in 2015 as a tribute to the life of Hadiya
Pendleton, who was tragically shot and killed in Chicago one week
after marching in President Obama’s inaugural parade. Her friends
decided to commemorate her life by wearing orange, the color
hunters wear in the woods for safety. Since its inception, the act
of wearing orange honors her and the more than 20,000 Americans who
have fallen victim to gun violence in 2022 according to Gun
Violence Archive, as well as the staggering 25,000+ deaths in 2021
resulting from suicide by firearm according to Gun Violence
Archive. Particularly alarming is the disproportionate number of
young men of color from vulnerable communities who have been
affected by gun violence.
As part of its involvement, SoundThinking will assist in raising
awareness around gun violence issues through the following
initiatives:
- Throughout the month of June (Gun Violence Awareness Month),
SoundThinking will highlight important work being done in the
pursuit of gun safety, and emphasize the importance of technology,
community partnerships, and advocacy in addressing gun
violence.
- SoundThinking employees will wear company-provided orange
t-shirts over Wear Orange Weekend to demonstrate visible support
for the movement. SoundThinking team members are also invited to
participate in Attend Wear Orange 2023, an annual march across the
Golden Gate Bridge on Sunday, June 4th at 11 AM, symbolizing unity
against gun violence.
- Over the course of Wear Orange Weekend, SoundThinking will
utilize a modified company's logo and social media avatars with an
orange theme to symbolize solidarity.
“Creating meaningful change in the fight against gun violence
takes all of us,” said Tom Chittum, SVP of Analytics & Forensic
Services at SoundThinking, Inc. “In addition to wearing orange as a
visible symbol of solidarity, we strongly urge all Americans to
attend local events, consider making donations to organizations
working to prevent gun violence and engage in conversations with
friends, family, community members and elected officials. We need
everyone’s voice to be heard in this fight.”
SoundThinking, Inc. is known for its gunshot detection system,
ShotSpotter, which aids over 150 cities across the country in
saving lives and improving public safety. More than 80% of gunfire
incidents go unreported to 911. ShotSpotter bridges that gap by
alerting police to criminal gunfire in less than 60 seconds,
enabling police to locate potential victims and collect critical
evidence for investigations.
To learn more about SoundThinking, Inc., visit
www.SoundThinking.com.
About SoundThinkingSoundThinking, Inc. (Nasdaq:
SSTI) is a leading public safety technology company that combines
data-driven solutions and strategic advisory services for law
enforcement and community assistance groups. We are trusted by over
155 cities and over 20 universities and corporations to drive more
efficient, effective, and equitable public safety outcomes, making
communities healthier. Our SafetySmart™ platform includes
ShotSpotter®, the leading acoustic gunshot detection system,
CrimeTracer™, the foremost law enforcement search engine,
CaseBuilder™, a one-stop investigation management system, and
ResourceRouter™, software that directs patrol and community
anti-violence resources to help maximize their impact.
SoundThinking has been designated a Great Place to Work®
Company.
Company Contact:Alan Stewart, CFOSoundThinking,
Inc.+1 (510) 794-3100 astewart@soundthinking.com
Investor Relations Contact:Matt Glover and
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574-3860SSTI@gatewayir.com
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