January 25, 2010
Dear Families and Friends,
As the sobering details from Haiti continue to unfold, our thoughts and prayers are with those families who have been so profoundly impacted. The loss of life and human suffering are hard to imagine and, much like after 9/11, the outpouring of compassion and generosity from around the world has been extraordinary. All of us want to help!
We have been advised that the best way to assist is by making donations to financially support the many wonderful organizations responding through relief efforts and have included information below on how you may make a donation. As 9/11 survivors we understand the challenges ahead and the importance of long-term support in rebuilding their lives and communities.
Last week Frank and I traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend several Senate Congressional hearings held to investigate security failures surrounding the Christmas Day plot. We were joined by 9/11 families and the families of flight 3407, which occurred nearly a year ago en route to Buffalo. Beverly Eckert’s sister, Karen, was also in attendance. The hearing reinforced the importance of a collective effort by victim’s advocacy groups, independent organizations with subject matter expertise and government agencies.
It was reassuring that so many knowledgeable individuals have stepped forward to reevaluate where we stand on the implementation of the 9/11 Commission reforms. There is still much work to be done to ensure our safety and the Christmas Day near-tragedy was a wakeup call. President Obama will be given a full report within 30 days on what actions are needed. We will continue to monitor other hearings on this topic.
There is much in the news that touches “9/11” and hope you find this e-newsletter helpful.
Warm regards,
Mary Fetchet & The VOICES Staff
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VOICES FEATURES
Support the Relief Efforts in Haiti
As the sobering details about the devastation from the
earthquake in Haiti continue to unfold, our thoughts and prayers
are with those families who have been so profoundly impacted.
The loss of life and human suffering is hard to imagine and much
like after 9/11, the outpouring of compassion and generosity from around the world has been extraordinary - all of us want to help!
We have been advised that the best way to assist is by making donations to financially support the many organizations responding
to the relief efforts. More.
Senate Hearings Investigate Security Failures
Surrounding Christmas Day Plot
Last week several Congressional hearings were held to examine systemic government failures surrounding the near airline disaster
on Christmas Day which resulted in an alleged terrorist boarding Northwest flight 253 for Detroit with explosives in his clothing.
On Wednesday, January 20th the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) led by Chairman
Senator Joe Lieberman and Ranking Member Senator Susan
Collins conducted the first in a series of hearings titled
Intelligence Reform: The Lessons and Implications of the
Christmas Day Attack. More.
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February 2010 Calendar
For an up-to-date list of events for the 9/11 community, please visit our website at www.voicesofsept11.org.
9/11 Living Memorial Appointments
By Appointment Only
VOICES is hosting a number of 9/11 Living Memorial workshop appointments in the
tri-state area. We would be happy to arrange a workshop in your community. To learn more, or to register for a workshop, contact Monica Rosado at 203 966-3911 or e-mail at mrosado@voicesofsept11.org. To view our full upcoming workshop appointment schedule Click Here.
Teleconference Schedule
Voices of September 11th offers teleconference groups that are facilitated by our mental health professionals. Contact our office at 203 966-3911 if you are interested in participating. More
Tuesday, January 26th:
Witnesses/Survivors' Group
4:00pm to 5:00pm
Tuesday, February 2nd:
Firefighter Mothers Teleconference Group
10:00am to 11:00am
Tuesday, February 2nd:
Parents Group
3:45pm to 5:00pm
Tuesday, February 2nd:
Parenting Teleconference Group
9:00am to 10:00am
Tuesday, February 9th:
Witnesses/Survivors' Group
4:00pm to 5:00pm
Tuesday, February 9th:
Wives' Group
12:00pm to 1:00pm
In the News
Community Board Wants Trial Moved
Community Board 1, which serves Lower Manhattan south of Canal Street including Ground Zero, held a public hearing on moving the trial of Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four other suspected 9/11 terrorists out of the area. More.
Former 9/11 Commissioners Testify
Former 9/11 Commission Chairman and
Vice Chairman Tom Kean and Lee
Hamilton today testified before the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation. More.
'Lady al-Qaida' Trial
Could Preview Terror Cases
For a preview of the some of the antics that may be on display when Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four others are tried in New York federal court, it's instructive to look at the unfolding trial of another accused terrorist. More.
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