A voice
for change
Striving for a world without violence.
We believe in a safer world
Maura’s Voice strives to learn as much as possible about violent acts and how to prevent them. Hate is a serious threat to public safety. We are a positive force for cultural change.
“I can hear Maura’s Voice, and I hope you can too.”
– Jeff Binkley, Maura’s Voice Co-Founder and Maura’s Father
Read Maura's Story100% of contributions will fund research and response efforts around effectively addressing violence in our society, with a focus on prevention of violence against women and girls, and that driven by hate.
Funding research at the intersection of violence and hate.
LEND YOUR VOICE. LEARN WITH US.
There are multiple viewpoints on the issues of preventing violence. We want them to be discussed and heard. We’re not calling for rushed reactions in response to tragedy, but intelligent research that influences policy. Through discovering what lies at the intersection of hate and violence, we can collaborate on positive solutions for our communities.
Creating a ripple effect for generations to come.
We believe in:
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Ideas Before Ideology
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Research Before Rhetoric
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Policy Before Politics
MAURA’S VOICE EXISTS TO:
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Increase Awareness
Violent acts in the United States span decades and all settings including schools, movie theaters, and fitness facilities.
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Support Research
It’s important to learn more about the impact on the public safety of our nation in order to uncover workable solutions.
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Make a Change
New ideas can lead to actionable steps for individuals and institutions to create a safer future for generations to come.
100% of contributions will fund research and response efforts around effectively addressing violence in our society, with a focus on prevention of violence against women and girls, and that driven by hate.
MAURA’S STORY
Maura Binkley was a daughter. A friend. A world traveler. A sorority leader. A penguin lover. A cake baker. A race runner. An English-loving German major. She loved her family, her friends, a Wendy’s Frosty, public radio, rap music, and her rescue Husky, Wolfie.
On November 2, 2018 a man walked into a hot yoga studio in Tallahassee, Florida and opened fire. He wounded five and killed two women including Maura.
But Maura’s story does not end there. She believed that love conquered hate. She aspired to be a diplomat, putting her passion for listening to all sides, learning from all perspectives, and advocating on behalf of the greater good to use on a world scale. She was a change agent. She is still a change agent.
Having meaningful conversations to support positive solutions.
WE ALL HAVE A VOICE. IT’S OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO USE IT.
It’s in Maura’s memory that we are using a collective voice to break down barriers and address hatred and violence in our culture. Through research focused on mental health policy, the nature of hate in our society, and gun safety, we are shaping a future where everyone can feel, and truly be, safe.