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Join Strivers Circle: Your Monthly Contribution Can Save Lives On Fentanyl Awareness Day, we reflect on the loss of loved ones, safer substance use practices, and the immense power of community action through harm reduction. In response to the growing crisis, we’re proud to introduce the Strivers Circle — a monthly subscription designed to create lasting impact. Inspired by the incredible support from dedicated followers like you, Strivers Circle will provide sustainable resources to continue and expand our life-saving initiatives throughout NYC. The statistics are alarming: over the past few years, NYC has seen a 36% rise in overdose deaths, with a devastating 180% increase in fatal overdoses among teenagers. We’re committed to addressing this crisis with resource-driven, community-based solutions. Now, we need your help. By joining Strivers Circle, you’ll be part of a dedicated group of New Yorkers working toward safety and harm reduction. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a real difference. We believe we must provide access to critical, unbiased information and resources—without judgment. Please consider joining Strivers Circle today and help secure a safer future for our community. To donate and join, click the link down below. #StriversCircle #AlwaysStriveAndProsper #BeSafe #TestYourStuff #HarmReductionSavesLives #CommunityImpact https://lnkd.in/eWDPKwPd

Evidence tells us that most people experiencing family violence will reach out to their family, friends or someone they work with first. That could be you. Ask. Listen. Believe. These 3 small actions can have a big impact. We all have a role in recognising and responding to family violence, where we live, work and play. So today, on ‘Are You Safe at Home? Day’, start the conversation. Start small, open up the conversation, listen and offer support. Fine out more: https://ow.ly/EcZo50Rz7MA Safe and Equal #AreYouSafeAtHome

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Today is Are You Safe at Home? Day.   If I've learnt anything over the near two years of working in the family violence sector, amidst the nuances of working to create a world where everyone is safe, it's that family violence is preventable.   And we can all do something (however small) to help. You can do something to help.   You can make a (sometimes truly big) difference by learning how to recognise the signs of family violence and how to safely ask people you know if they are safe in their relationships or at home.   Statistics of family violence in Australia are horrific (and we don’t even know the true numbers). So unfortunately yes, it is happening in your community.   The Are You Safe at Home? website full of clear, easy to follow resources and tips on how to learn more about noticing signs of abuse and having these conversations.   It’s a simple thing you can add to your personal and professional tool kit that can make a really significant difference to someone’s life.   I invite you to check it out.   areyousafeathome.org.au

We all have a role in recognising and responding to family violence, wherever we live, work and play. If you're worried about someone you work with, it can be tough to know what to do, what to say or where to start. Learn more about family violence at this website: https://lnkd.in/gbTvG3jj. #AreYouSafeAtHome #domesticviolenceawareness

We all have a role in recognising and responding to family violence, wherever we live, work and play. Evidence tells us that most people experiencing family violence will reach out to their family, friends or someone they work with first. That could be you. Watch now: Recognising the Signs of Family Violence 🎥 https://lnkd.in/gayW3YUk Start small, open up the conversation, listen and offer support. This 10 May, start the conversation. Ask. Listen. Believe. #AreYouSafeAtHome https://lnkd.in/gDYBR5w

On the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, we take this time to remember the victims and family members they left behind. To honor them, this day has been recognized as #NationalDayofService. Read more to learn how you can give back: https://lnkd.in/erjS99Dt

Just like Bruce Springsteen sang, 'From Small Things Mama, Big Things One Day Come,' and Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. is that big thing on the horizon! We haven't been wasting a single minute – the last month has been a blur of action, and we're bursting at the seams to share some incredible news. Hold onto your hats, Suwannee Valley, because between Friday and next week, we're dropping announcements like bombshells! First up: a partnership that'll change the game. We've joined forces with a powerhouse organization that's gonna supercharge law enforcement's ability to crack those dusty cold cases. This collaboration is a match made in heaven, and together, we're hoping to bring long-awaited answers to families and the dedicated investigators who haven't given up. The official reveal is coming soon – you won't want to miss it! But that's not all, folks! We've got a lineup of fundraising events planned for later this year that'll knock your socks off. Mark your calendars and get ready to party for a purpose! We've already secured some unbelievable donations for one event in particular, and trust us, the local community will be buzzing with excitement. Suwannee Valley's survivors deserve a voice and a shoulder to lean on. That's why we're kicking our fundraising efforts into overdrive. We have ambitious plans to introduce the Suwannee Valley's FIRST EVER Cold Case Victims Advocacy Program. With your help, we'll hire a dedicated advocate to provide rock-solid support for families across the region. This program will be a beacon of hope, helping families cope, remember their loved ones, and never give up the fight for justice. Community, survivors, fellow advocates: This is your call to action! Pay close attention – Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. is about to make a seismic shift in our area. We're here to Educate, Advocate, and Assist our region, and we're just getting warmed up. #TheirLivesMattered

💔 A Call to Action: Let’s End Knife Crime Together 💔 This image of the Knife Angel, seen through broken glass, powerfully illustrates the damage caused by knife crime. The cracks represent the lives shattered by violence. But through those cracks, light can still shine, symbolising hope and the possibility of healing. Now, more than ever, we need to unite behind this cause. We must take action—not just as individuals, but as a collective community determined to end violence. Whether through education, outreach, or support for local initiatives, we all have a role to play. The Knife Angel is more than just a monument—it’s a reminder that change is possible. But change won’t happen unless we make it happen. 🔹 What can you do today to support this cause? 🔹 How can your voice, your resources, or your platform contribute to a future free from knife crime? I encourage you to reflect on these questions and join the movement to make our communities safer. Share your thoughts, your ideas, or even your own images of the Knife Angel with #KnifeAngelPhoto. Together, we can make a difference. #KnifeAngelSandwell #EndKnifeCrime #LifeorKnife #CommunityAction #SaferCommunities

Scary statistics alert! Every day, 500,000 or more offenders are on the hunt for children. It's a terrifying thought, but we must keep our children safe from harm as parents. Defenders For Children has put together an informative video to help parents understand what is happening and how to take action. Encourage your children and teens to speak up if someone acts like their friend and asks them to do things or threatens them. It's crucial to know who your children are talking to at all times. Remember, children and teens are naturally vulnerable and may not understand the dangers that you do. As the founder and Executive Director of Defenders For Children, I recently spent hours putting this video together, hoping it will help many of you protect your children. If the video helped open your eyes, please SHARE this information to help save and protect innocent children. How we make a Direct Impact! Defenders For Children's Electronic Detection K9s assist law enforcement in locating hidden electronic evidence to stop criminals. Consider donating to this vital cause and help us continue to save God's innocent children and stop the criminals. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eQhBfDh. #childprotection #onlinesafety #DefendersForChildren #DefenderForChildren #InternationalPlastics #ThermalResourceSolutions #GrippleUSA #ADFSolutions Joel A. Davis, Sr. PE Ken Clark International Plastics Gripple USA