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GAMERS OVER GUNS
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I’m on a mission to save the lives of young people through the power of video games.”
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n a world marred by challenges, technology offers silver linings, illuminating pathways to hope and transformation. The fusion of video games and societal change is no longer just a vision but a vivid reality, thanks to Gamers Over Guns. As the dawn of a new era emerges, women like Tracy Greenan are leveraging the positive impact of technology to usher in a brighter future for our youth.
A Challenge Accepted “I’m on a mission to save the lives of young people through the power of video games,” asserts Tracy, the powerhouse behind Gamers Over Guns. In a country where gun violence now ranks as the top killer of our young, Tracy has taken the reins to combat this ominous statistic. Through her program, Tracy is rewriting the narrative, allowing youth to channel their energies constructively. The digital age meets purposeful action. Gamers Over Guns was not just a spontaneous project but a brainchild born out of concern and innovation. During a Roblox skins collection meeting in 2023 for her gaming brand, AURA, Tracy felt the call to action. “As a mother, seeing these reports regularly is alarming, and there’s nothing about that should be considered ‘regular.’ The fact that gun violence has now taken over as the number one cause of death in minors is also a major factor in the need to try to do something to curb this growing problem – I refuse to let this be ‘the new normal,’” she voiced. “The program creates safe spaces for young people to express themselves through digital design in gaming and inspires them to make positive choices at school, at home, and in their communities.” 248
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