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Dear Friends,
Tomorrow, Tuesday August 7 at 12:00pm, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Committee is hosting a Congressional briefing to discuss the mental health needs of victims of terrorism. As you know, this is a topic that has always been near and dear to my heart. I am participating on the panel along with John Feal from the FealGood Foundation and others. The event will be LiveStreamed.
In case you are interested in watching the briefing, I have included the announcement and a link to the Video LiveStream below.
Warm regards,
Mary Fetchet and the VOICES Staff
Congressional Panel Discussion Tomorrow
on the Mental Health Needs of Victims of Terrorism
August 6, 2018 (WASHINGTON) - Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 7th, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, will sponsor a Congressional panel discussion entitled "Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Victims of Terrorism." The panel discussion will explore the mental health implications of terrorist attacks, available government services, best practices from advocacy groups, and possible policy responses.
Tuesday, August 7th 12:00 PM Rayburn House Office Building Gold Room (Rayburn 2168)
Washington, DC
Sponsored by Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS)
Moderated by: Kurt Braddock, Ph.D., Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences and Homeland Security, Penn State University & Researcher, National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism Panelists: John Feal, Founder, FealGood Foundation Mary Fetchet, Founding Director, Voices of September 11th Courtney Grey, Director of Disaster Behavioral Health, Boston Public Health Commission Dave Fortier, President, One World Strong Foundation Refreshments served Since 9/11, the United States has tragically witnessed a number of terror attacks, including the 9/11 attacks, the Boston bombing, and the Charleston church shooting, among others. Most of The House Committee on Homeland Security's work focuses on the prevention and response of terrorist attacks, however, less is known about the mental health trauma endured by victims of terrorism.
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Voices of September 11th (VOICES) is a 501c3 non-profit organization that provides long-term support services and access to resources and mental health care for 9/11 families, survivors and responders; commemorates the lives and stories of September 11, 2001; and advocates for public policy to promote national preparedness. VOICES is equally committed to leveraging our expertise to assist communities in responding to other acts of terrorism and mass violence.
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