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Let's talk about water safety like we talk about firearm safety. We wouldn't leave a loaded gun around kids, so why take chances with pools or open water? It's time to educate ourselves and prioritize safety, especially for our little ones. Check out this video from the National Alliance of Drowning Prevention to learn more. #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention #SafetyFirst

It is crucial we all understand the diverse ways trafficking manifests in different communities is crucial. From mothers allowing abuse of their children for rent or drugs to groomers posing as boyfriends, love-bombing vulnerable youths and subsequently trafficking them – it's vital to be aware. Educate yourself on the specific manifestations of trafficking in your community.

August 21st is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. Today, we honor the memory of those lost to illicit fentanyl poisoning and recognize the profound impact on families and friends. It's a day for united action, with awareness organizations and affected families coming together to share their stories and educate our communities. Let's raise awareness and prevent further tragedies by spreading knowledge about the dangers of fentanyl. https://lnkd.in/gcFqEWEv #FentanylPrevention

It’s #AntiSlaveryWeek In 2023, over 17,000 people were identified as potential victims of modern slavery in the UK alone, and alarmingly, nearly half (44%) were children. But the true scale of the problem is even larger, with more than 130,000 people estimated to be trapped in slavery. We’re proud to partner with the Slave Free Alliance (SFA) and are committed to playing our role in eradicating exploitation by raising awareness, updating our safeguarding policies and procedures, and educating our colleagues. We’ve published our revised Modern Slavery Statement, which details the actions we’ve taken this year as well as our future focus. This week is a call to action for all of us. By raising awareness, we can all play a role in eliminating exploitation and supporting victims. Every conversation and every action count. Let’s come together to build a future free from slavery by being informed about the signs. Our revised Modern Slavery Statement 🔗 https://bit.ly/4h6huXa

We NEED more school-based mental health workers. According to a 2019 report by SAMHSA, nearly 60% of children 12-18 experiencing a depressive episode did not receive any treatment. Of the adolescents who DID get help, nearly two thirds did so ONLY in school. That should tell us that A. we need to be more proactive in talking to and offering mental health support to young people, and B. There's a huge opportunity to reach these children at school.

🐾 Family Violence Messages in a Minute: Protecting Pets from Domestic Violence 🐾 Debbs Murray, Founder of ECLIPSE Family Violence Services, shares vital information on protecting pets from domestic violence. Our beloved pets can become targets for abuse, and their safety is crucial. 🌟 In this video, Debbs discusses: The impact of family violence on pets The importance of protecting our furry friends Resources like SPCA and Pet Refuge for support Your support and understanding can help save lives. Watch the full video to learn more about safeguarding pets in violent situations. Together, we can #EndFamilyViolence and protect all members of the family. 🔗 Blog: https://buff.ly/3yh5Eri 🔗 YouTube: https://buff.ly/4bHhN7n #SupportSurvivors #FamilyViolenceAwareness #ECLIPSEFamilyViolenceServices #PetProtection #DebbsMurray

Why does this continue to happen? Why don’t we just try to come up with a solution instead of arguing whether or not something is or isn’t going to work. When is this going to stop being normalized? When will it be enough? How many innocent children and people have to die before we get tired of hearing this? When are we going to stop sending prayers and condolences and moving on with our lives? #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #socialworker #lifeinsuranceagent #georgia

This month, we dive deep into the Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline Reporting System. We explore how it works and why it is so important for protecting our children. Learn more about the hotline here! https://buff.ly/4bkNWlh

This horrific and tragic incident is just one of many that forces us to examine how we, as a society, treat senior citizens. Give’s Mission: Protect Abandoned Elders cares for abused senior citizens who have been abandoned and are homeless on the streets and offers safe shelter, nutritious food, medical care and companionship to help deal with the trauma of abandonment. To find out how you can help protect abandoned elders: https://lnkd.in/d7byGkkJ

Today, on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, YOU can join the fight by: 1. Educating yourself and others about the signs of human trafficking, how to report it and how to support survivors. 2. Wear blue today to raise awareness. 3. Support anti-trafficking organizations like Crisis Aid! Find out how you can partner with us at crisisaid.org/safe and for resources or help go to ussafe.org.