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DRUMS UP
GUNS DOWN

Creating a positive vibration for our community - one drum at a time.

ABOUT DRUMS UP
GUNS DOWN

Founded in Knoxville, Tennessee, by Obayana Ajanaku, Drums Up, Guns Down is a transformative violence prevention program that empowers youth through traditional drumming, cultural education, and community engagement.

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OUR NEW 404 CHAPTER

We are excited to announce the launch of the Atlanta | 404 chapter of Drums Up, Guns Down. In Atlanta, our youth will work closely with master drummers who have received training from around the world, including Osogbo, Nigeria.

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JOIN THE CIRCLE

Show your support for Drums Up Guns Down by donating to our cause, volunteering your time, or spreading the word about our mission. 

FOLLOW THE BEAT

Our drum beat now spans three states -  take a listen to what our drums are saying.

DRUMS UP IN YOUR CITY

It takes a village - many villages. Meet the chapter partners bringing the vision to life in their cities.

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DRUM TALK

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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JOIN THE CIRCLE

The Circle is a special place for supporters like you to join us in our mission to keep our youth safe by the beat of the drum. Subcribe for updates on our events, success stories, and how you can keep the beat going.

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DONATE

You can help us end gun violence for our young people. Your support is crucial to our efforts to provide students with opportunities to participate and stay out of the streets.

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