To raise awareness regarding the availability of guns and the consequences of carrying and using them;
   
To raise awareness of the painful impact on victimised families who suffer death or injuries as a result of gun crimes;
   
To ensure that the Criminal Justice System is response to the needs of the victims and their families, including advocating
  legal representations for these families at court;
   
To inform and support victims and their families by developing self help and network initiatives
   
In furtherance of the objectives, STARR will:
   
Develop posters and publicity campaigns
Organise meetings and conferences
Design and undertake training packages
Set up an internet service - website and emailing
Set up a telephone help line
Provide online and face to face counselling for victims and their families
Build a recording studio to support young people
Establish a Memorial Fund for use for the above aims and objectives