June 6, 2025

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Annual Wear Orange:

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Honoring Survivors, Remembering Victims, and Uplifting Families Affected by Gun Violence

Our Annual Wear Orange Event is a powerful gathering that brings together families, survivors, and communities to honor those impacted by gun violence. Hosted by (MEOC), Metro East Organizing Coalition and MOMS Demand Action – Metro East, this event serves as a platform for healing, advocacy, and awareness. It is a time to amplify voices, share stories of resilience, and demand change as we stand in solidarity with survivors, victims' families, and the broader community.

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A Community United in Remembrance and Action

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The Wear Orange movement was born out of tragedy, inspired by the life of Hadiya Pendleton, a 15-year-old girl from Chicago whose life was cut short due to gun violence. In her memory and in the memory of countless others, we gather each year to say: Enough is enough!

This annual event is a sacred time for reflection, advocacy, and empowerment, providing impacted families and survivors with a space to share their stories, find support, and be embraced by the community.

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Some Event Highlights

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🔶 Survivors & Impacted Families Speak Out

🔶 Memorial Prayer & Moment of Silence

🔶 Lighting of Candles Ceremony

🔶 Memorial Balloon Release
 

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