New York Marriott Downtown | 85 West Street | New York City

For 21 years, VOICES has hosted our Annual Remembrance Symposium on September 9 and 10. Today we would like to highlight the September 10 program, entitled Support Beyond the 20th Anniversary, that will be held on the eve of the 9/11 Anniversary. The program brings together 9/11 victims’ families, responders and survivors and professionals who continue to provide long-term support on the myriad of issues that impact the 9/11 Community.

 

The September 10 program is available to all, both in person and via live stream. Victims’ advocates, mental health professionals and others are welcome to attend. Sessions highlight mental health considerations, commemoration, compensation, litigation, and an introduction to individuals recently appointed to leadership positions. Additional sessions for those impacted other tragedies and for those providing services are also planned.

 

 

 

 

Victims’ family members, responders and survivors will share their stories – demonstrating the challenges they have faced and the strength and resilience that led to personal growth.

 

Virginia Dwyer-Aoyama (Moderator) – Voices Center for Resilience

Jane Webber – Doctoral Program Committee Chair, Kean University

Richard Beck – President, IAGP

Leo Leiderman – Seasoned Clinical Psychologist

The panel of experienced clinicians will discuss mental health considerations – including recognizing the signs for anxiety, depression, and suicide ideation as well as addressing stigma related to mental health and establishing effective coping skills.

 

Stephanie Landau (Moderator) – Voices Center for Resilience

Lauren Cimineri – Deputy Director for Health Plan Operations, WTC Health Program

Anthony Gardner – Public Affairs Specialist, WTC Health Program

Representatives from the CDC/World Trade Center Health Program will provide information for those who wish to learn more about the WTC Health Program’s distinct mission, eligibility criteria, enrollment process, the new Health Effects of 9/11 online exhibition, and for updates on the Nationwide Provider Network (NPN) and Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) transitions. VOICES staff will share insights into the challenges responders and survivors are experiencing.

 

Matt McCauley (Moderator) – Partner, Turken, Heath & McCauley

August Flentje – Special Master, September 11th Victim Compensation Fund

Michael Barasch – Partner, Barasch, McGarry, Salzman & Penson

Joseph Cavalcante – NYS Workers’ Compensation Board

John Feal – Founder, The FealGood Foundation

Noah Kushlefsky – Managing Partner, Kreindler & Kreindler LLP

Stefanie Langsam – VCF Deputy Special Master

The panel will begin with an introduction to the newly appointed interim Special Master, August Flentje. Stefanie Langsam will provide an update on the VCF case status, followed by a panel discussion by the dedicated attorneys who are addressing client needs.

 

Jason Graham – Chief Medical Examiner of New York City

Mark Desire – Assistant Director, NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner

Carl Gajewski – Criminalist, NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner

Jennifer Odien – Lead WTC Anthropologist

Dr. Jason Graham, the newly appointed Chief Medical Examiner of NYC and his staff will meet privately with 9/11 family members to update them on the OCME’s continued efforts to identify 9/11 victims.

 

Robert Haefele – Senior Counsel, Motley Rice LLC

Jim Kreindler – Partner, Kreindler & Kreindler

John M. Eubanks – Member Attorney, Motley Rice LLC

Terry Strada – National Chair, 9/11 Families United

The legal counsel representing 9/11 families will provide an update on the progress of the September 11 litigation, including the Saudi and Iran lawsuits, and the catch up payment on the US Victim of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund. 9/11 family member, Terry Strada will discuss her advocacy efforts.

 

Alice Greenwald – Director, 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Barbara Sampson – Former Chief Medical Examiner of New York City

Jason Graham – Chief Medical Examiner of New York City

The Anniversary is a time for reflecting on the past and looking ahead to the future with hope. The conversation will highlight the work of Alice Greenwald and Dr. Barbara Sampson, who dedicated their careers in their respective fields to serving the 9/11 community. We will look ahead by introducing Dr. Graham, the newly appointed Chief Medical Examiner and representatives from the soon-to-open Ronald O. Perelman Performing Art Center.

 

New York Marriott Downtown | 85 West Street | New York City

This year's program is presented in partnership with the Leadership in Counter Terrorism Alumni Association (LinCT-AA) and the International Network Supporting Victims of Terrorism and Mass Violence (INVICTM). The two-day event brings together distinguished professionals working in national security, law enforcement, victims’ services, mental health, and investigations in the aftermath of 9/11, as well as international acts of mass violence. Presenters will share their expertise based on firsthand experience, identify challenges, and propose solutions through public-private partnerships, in the US and abroad. The agenda includes presentations on global threats, legacy projects, victim-centered response, and leadership strategies. Learn more.

 

Note: The September 9 Symposium and evening program is available to all via live stream. Attendance in person on September 9 is invitation only and registration requires a password.

 

 

9/11 Commission Discussion and Highlights of the
Documentary, Are We Safer Today?

 

The conversation will include Chair of the 9/11 Commission, Governor Thomas Kean and Phil Zelikow, 9/11 Commission Executive Director as well as other key stakeholders as they reflect on our Nation’s progress towards implementing their recommendations as they commemorate twenty years since their formation. Learn more.