Runways Over Gunplay Agreement of Parties

To the parties of this agreement, 
In pursuit of building healthy communities, active bodies, and thriving minds, being guided by principles, including the principle of equity and common experience in the light of different circumstances…

Welcoming collaboration between brands with health/wellness product expertise and communities with expertise in embodying and redefining cultural excellence…

Taking full account of the intrinsic relationship between gun violence, responses to it, and their impacts on the eradication of poverty, which in turn affects the limited participation of Black and Brown communities in sport/wellness, especially those demanding significant equipment, time investment, and travel…

Encouraging brands to actively participate in fostering youth development from the ground up through sport…

Recognizing the need for an effective and progressive response to the urgent threat of systemic racism and discrimination…

Acknowledging that gun violence is a common concern of humankind, individuals should, when taking action to address the cycle of poverty and gun violence, respect, promote and consider their respective obligations on human rights, health, community empowerment, and safety…

Also acknowledging the collective strength experienced by communities engaged in sport

Noting that our bodies carry the imprints of experiences, we are dedicated to maintaining the integrity of mental and physical health services, including access to trauma care in areas lacking sufficient mental health resources and support systems… 

Affirming the significance of education, training in gun violence prevention, public awareness, community participation, access to information, cooperation of law enforcement, community members, and gangs…

Approaching these issues with a nuanced understanding, recognizing the uniqueness of each community, and tailoring solutions to address specific challenges…

Choosing The Higher on Runways near and far…