Think Don't Shoot

Think Don’t Shoot (TDS) is a youth organization and movement focused on encouraging hope, offering positive guidance, and helping young people cope with the psychological, physiological, and social effects of violence and trauma. The organization draws on the topics of post-traumatic stress and emotional intelligence to support people who have experienced victimization, educate those at risk of harming others, and encourage the development of positive community leaders. TDS describes its broader mission as spreading hope and inspiring positive change among people who have lost their way.

The organization offers educational presentations for youth and communities. Founder Leo Barbe presents the movement through an engaging format designed to introduce young people to its ideas and goals. TDS also works with North American artists to help share its message and provides information about music and clothing connected with the movement. Its website includes material on post-traumatic stress, its causes and symptoms, associated disorders, emotional intelligence, and support resources.