On Friday, June 2 at 12:30 p.m., the Town of Chapel Hill will host its annual Gun Violence Awareness Day rally at Peace and Justice Plaza (179 E Franklin St.). Members of the Orange County Board of County Commissioners, Carrboro Town Council, Moms Demand Action, and North Carolinians Against Gun Violence will participate.

Also known as #WearOrange Day, National Gun Violence Awareness Day is observed across the nation to raise awareness of the toll that gun violence is taking on our nation each year. It also provides an opportunity for individuals and communities to advocate for common sense gun legislation at the state and national level. This year’s event will include updates on state and federal legislation, a joint proclamation from the three jurisdictions, and a raising of the orange flag.