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The Team ENOUGH Youth Advocacy Training Program, formerly known as the Team ENOUGH Lobbying Collective, educates and mobilizes young people, ages 13-26, to be advocates for gun violence prevention legislation in their own communities.
Keep an eye out for when applications open.
Led by National Coordinators Elizabeth Paul and Felix Hedberg, each program session takes place in a key state, or Washington, D.C., where gun violence prevention legislation is being considered and corresponds with a state’s legislative session. Program members will attend a series of webinars and trainings where they meet with policy experts to hear more about the bills being considered in their community and become equipped with the skills they need to have impactful conversations with lawmakers. After attending training, program members will be accompanied by experienced advocates as they meet directly with lawmakers to advance priorities in the movement to end gun violence. With gun violence being the leading cause of death for young people in America, it’s imperative that our leaders hear directly from us on this issue.
As a graduate of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Alexis is deeply passionate about gun violence prevention. Despite not being in High School during the shooting itself, her entire town was severely impacted by the devastating loss. Since then, she has dedicated her time to fighting for gun violence prevention, especially stricter background checks.
Eliza Watts is a freshman at Florida State University. She has been interested in gun reform legislation for many years and is passionate at preventing firearms from being near children in the home and school environment.
Raheed Zaman is a Freshman at the University of South Florida, majoring in Biomedical Sciences and International Studies. He is eager to prevent school shootings across the country and aid in blocking dangerous potential legislation.
Ariadna Ruiz Islas is a graduate social work student at the University of South Florida graduating in Spring 2026. As a school social worker, she is passionate about gun control because she believes that schools should be a safe place for students to pursue an education and a second home.
Luke is a political science student on a pre-law track and a Diversion Advocate with CVI Peace Orlando, where he works directly with youth and individuals impacted by community violence. He is passionate about preventing gun violence because he has seen its effects firsthand and is excited to use this program to strengthen advocacy, policy engagement, and community-based solutions across Florida.
Srinidhi Venkitasamy is a first-year at Florida State University majoring in Political Science with a minor in International Affairs who believes strongly in the power of young people to create change. She is passionate about preventing gun violence and is excited to grow as an advocate through the Florida Youth Advocacy Training Program by learning how to turn her values into action and make communities safer.
Elise Kristoff is a freshman undergrad at Florida State University pursuing a double-major in Political Science & Psychology. She is from New Jersey and is passionate about protecting kids, not guns, because she wants to show support for her peers that had to experience the recent mass shooting at FSU.
Aryanna DiFatta is pursuing a dual degree in Management and Political Science at Florida State University and is a young advocate committed to preventing gun violence and creating safer communities. After losing a close friend to gun violence at a young age, she is motivated to turn that loss into purpose by advocating for policies to push for meaningful change.
Regina Alfonso is a junior at Florida State University studying for a BA in International Affairs and a BS in Political Science. She is passionate about the prevention of gun violence and gun control reform as she has known so many lives impacted by gun violence and hopes to promote change in our access laws both on the state and federal level.
Jordyn Bain is a junior at Florida State University pursuing a bachelor's degree in International Affairs and Economics. She is deeply passionate about the recognition and prevention of gun violence, believing that parents across the country should be able to drop their children off at school without fear for their safety. This commitment has been profoundly shaped and reaffirmed by her firsthand experience with gun violence on Florida State's campus.
Emma Grimes is a freshman at Florida State University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs, Political Science, and Economics. She is passionate about the prevention of gun violence because she has had several friends affected by shootings that were preventable by policy and does not believe a student should have to worry about losing their life trying to get an education.
John LaFlamme is a recent graduate from UCF with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Diplomacy. John became a passionate advocate for gun safety and regulation through his unique blend of coursework in public health and public policy, as well as through firearms training that was provided by the Boy Scouts. By combining scientific empiricism with the technical knowledge of firearm usage, John brings a nuanced and informed perspective to the fight against gun violence as a member of Team Enough.
McKenna-Kate, like far too many, knows about the devastation of gun violence firsthand. In 2024, her brother Cash Gaudio had been shot multiple times and killed. McKenna-Kate describe the pain as unimaginable and wants to fight to make sure nobody else has to feel the way she does every day. She fights for her family and for her brother.
Anna is the co-leader of the Virginia Youth Advocacy Training Program. Anna is passionate about advocating for gun violence prevention and ensuring gun violence is an issue the next generation never faces. As a student at the University of Virginia, Anna is deeply committed to ending gun violence through education and legislative advocacy.
Nikta is a senior in high school from northern Virginia. She joined Team ENOUGH because of her belief in the importance of using young voices as tools to make the future safe.
Hannah is a 2025 grad from James Madison University with a BA in International Affairs. She joined Team Enough because of her wholeheartedly belief in advocating for gun violence prevention and wants to gain skills in lobbying.
Kaylin is a junior in high school from northern VA. She joined Team Enough because of her my passion for advocating for gun violence prevention laws.
Sophie is currently a third-year student at the University of Virginia. She joined Team Enough because she believes that lobbying is an incredibly useful tool in preventing gun violence.
Mitra is currently a sophomore in high school. She joined team enough because she wants to speak up for those who need protection and because she does not want the nation to turn to violence.
Asha is a senior in high school. She joined Team Enough because she wants to have an active role in advocating for policies that help make our community safer.
Jenna is a third year at UVA. She joined Team Enough because she wants to use her voice to combat mass shootings and learn more about lobbying and legislation.
Matthew is a third year at the University of Virginia. After a school shooting in his hometown last year, he joined Team Enough in an effort to prevent tragedies like these from occurring again.
Roman is a senior in high school at Langley in Northern Virginia and joined Team Enough because of his belief that young voices can be used to our advantage to create legislative change, particularly on high-stake issues like gun violence.
Becky Wilson is a graduate student in International Peace and Conflict Resolution at American University and an Arlington Native. Becky joined Team Enough to turn policy research into real-world action and advocate alongside youth leaders for a future free from gun violence.
Youadan is a GW Alum that joined Team Enough because of her belief that we have a collective responsibility to build a safer, kinder world. She believes Team Enough strives to make that vision a reality by pragmatically advocating for gun violence prevention
Riyan Golden is a junior at Fredericksburg Academy who believes that no one should have to live in fear and young people have the civic responsibility to turn awareness into action. She joined Team Enough because she has seen firsthand how gun violence devastates marginalized communities, and refuses to stand by it; she wants to work toward policies that create safer communities, and hopefully one day a world free from gun violence.
Sarah Sore is a first year at VCU and joined Team Enough because she has always had a passion for gun violence prevention and helping the youth of America live a life freed from gun violence.
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