Founder and Executive Director 

Following the tragedy of the shooting death of her son George Kemp Jr. (age 20) in Richmond, TX in 2013, Calandrian Simpson Kemp has become a vital community force in the fight against gun violence in keeping children safe in Houston, Texas, and in America. As a survivor of gun violence, Calandrian has made it her mission to bring attention to the trauma of families affected by gun violence and to support survivors who wish to use their voices to advocate for change. She founded the online Village of Mothers and Fathers Support Group and The No Weapon #1Life Empowerment Foundation, whose focus is to end gun violence through training and education. Calandrian previously worked on the management teams of various non-profit organizations. Through countless interviews, conferences, meetings, and rallies, Calandrian' s message of addressing gun violence at both the legislative and social level has reached lawmakers, neighbors, volunteers, parents, educators, and children.