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ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out

Johns Hopkins University

Evidence-based and impactful, "ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out" delves into Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) as a crucial tool in preventing gun violence and suicide. With insights from public health, policy, and medical experts, this course covers ERPO laws, scientific evidence backing their effectiveness, and specific considerations for petitioners. Learners will gain an understanding of the legal process for implementing and enforcing ERPO laws, along with recommendations for advocacy and civic engagement.

  • Gain insights into ERPO laws and their functionality
  • Explore the scientific evidence supporting ERPO laws as a public health approach
  • Understand the considerations for petitioners, including law enforcement, health professionals, and family members
  • Discuss the legal process for enacting and enforcing ERPO laws
  • Receive actionable recommendations for advocating and promoting policy change

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ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out
Course Modules

This comprehensive Teach-Out covers six modules providing unique perspectives from public health, policy, and medical experts. Learners will gain a deep understanding of ERPO laws, their implementation, and advocacy for their wider adoption.

ERPO 101: Introduction to Extreme Risk Protection Order Laws

Module 1: ERPO 101: Introduction to Extreme Risk Protection Order Laws

  • Gain a comprehensive introduction to ERPO laws and their functionality
  • Understand the scientific evidence supporting ERPO laws as a public health approach
  • Explore the legal process for enacting and enforcing ERPO laws
  • Participate in a call-to-action activity to encourage policy makers to implement ERPO laws

Clinicians as Petitioners for ERPO

Module 2: Clinicians as Petitioners for ERPO

  • Learn about the role of clinicians as petitioners for ERPO
  • Explore clinical scenarios involving clinicians as petitioners
  • Understand the unique considerations for clinicians in the ERPO process

Law Enforcement as Petitioners for ERPO

Module 3: Law Enforcement as Petitioners for ERPO

  • Gain insights into the role of law enforcement as petitioners for ERPO
  • Explore interviews with law enforcement professionals involved in the ERPO process
  • Understand the collaborative efforts across the system in implementing ERPO laws

Family/Partners as Petitioners for ERPO

Module 4: Family/Partners as Petitioners for ERPO

  • Listen to interviews with individuals involved in advocating for ERPO laws
  • Understand the unique perspectives and considerations for family/partners as petitioners
  • Participate in a call-to-action activity aimed at empowering advocates for ERPO laws

Advocating for ERPOs

Module 5: Advocating for ERPOs

  • Gain an overview of public health advocacy
  • Understand the elements of policy advocacy and translating data for action
  • Explore power analysis, opportunities, and the implementation of advocacy efforts

Upcoming Events: Live Webinar Discussion & ERPO Recommendations Report Release

Module 6: Upcoming Events: Live Webinar Discussion & ERPO Recommendations Report Release

  • Access recordings of live webinar discussions related to ERPO laws
  • Explore the Consortium Recommendations Report for 2020
  • Participate in a post-survey to provide valuable feedback
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