The Trace
Company Information
The Trace is a unique, independent nonprofit news organization with a primary focus on expanding and enhancing the coverage of guns and firearm-related violence in the United States. Recognizing a significant information gap surrounding this critical national issue, The Trace is committed to providing comprehensive, factual, and incisive journalism to inform public understanding and contribute to meaningful policy discussions.
The Trace's primary service is the production and dissemination of high-quality news reports, investigative pieces, and data-driven analyses related to gun violence. By working with other media organizations and leveraging the power of digital platforms, The Trace ensures widespread distribution of its content, reaching a broad and diverse audience.
What sets The Trace apart in the crowded media landscape is its singular focus on a pressing societal issue, combined with its nonprofit status. This focus allows it to delve deeper into the complexities of gun-related violence than most mainstream media outlets. Moreover, being a nonprofit organization, it is not driven by commercial interests, ensuring its commitment to public service journalism remains uncompromised.
Through its innovative approach and dedication to its mission, The Trace is redefining the standards of reporting in this sensitive area, making it a vital resource in the industry and for the public at large.
Media Contacts
12 contacts available for The Trace
- Alain StephensWestern Correspondent
- Michael SpiesSenior Staff Writer
- Craig HunterExecutive Editor
- Samantha StoreyManaging Editor
- Fairriona MageePublic Health Reporter
- Charles BrownleeReporter
- Will SantReporter
- Champe BartonReporter
- Rita OcegueraReporter
- Justin AgreloCommunity Engagement Reporter
- Sunny SoneSenior Editor, Audience and Engagement
- Afea TuckerCommunity Engagement Reporter