Dear Families and Friends,

 

Only a few days until VOICES Always Remember Gala! We are looking forward to seeing many of you on Thursday at the New York Athletic Club as we gather to celebrate the leadership and legacy of Alice Greenwald, Governor Thomas Kean and Congressman Lee Hamilton.

 

If you missed our Annual Remembrance Symposium in September, the recordings of the two-day event are now available on our website. The presentations highlight the work of leading experts in national security and law enforcement – a topic that continues to be critical today – and the dedicated individuals who continue to provide support for the 9/11 community.

 

I am humbled to mention that on Wednesday, November 15, I will be recognized as Person of the Year at the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) NYC Chapter annual luncheon. Although our work at VOICES was my vision, I credit our dedicated staff, donors, partners and volunteers for the heavy lifting of providing the ongoing support and resources for those we serve.

 

Also on November 15, my dear and brilliant friend, Dr. Sajjan Gohel is participating in a program at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Dr. Gohel will be discussing his recently released book - Doctor, Teacher, Terrorist: The Life and Legacy of Al-Queda Leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. I encourage you to attend the event, registration is required.

 

While the beauty of the changing of the seasons is upon us, we recognize that many are faced with serious challenges as a result of the recent tragedies. Please contact us at 203-966-3911 or support@voicescenter.org if we can be of assistance.

 

With warm regards,
Mary Fetchet & the VOICES Team

 

Less than a week to go! VOICES 22nd Anniversary Always Remember Gala will be held this Thursday, November 9 at the New York Athletic Club. Once again, Mike Greenberg takes the helm as emcee extraordinaire!

 

This year VOICES Leadership Award will be presented to Governor Thomas H. Kean and Congressman Lee Hamilton, Chairmen of the 9/11 Commission. Alice Greenwald, former President and CEO of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, will be recognized with VOICES Legacy Award. Renowned soprano, Ali Ewoldt and accompanist David Hancock Turner will perform a musical medley.

 

A few spaces are available if you’d like to join us!

 

VOICES 22nd Annual Remembrance Symposium was held on September 9 and 10, presented in partnership with LinCT-AA and INVICTM. This year’s event, held in person and broadcast online - was attended by over 1,200 individuals from 24 states and 10 countries.

 

 

The September 9 program, Building Trust Through Partnerships, featured informative presentations and lessons learned by distinguished professionals working in national security, law enforcement, counterterrorism and emergency response.

 

View videos and photos from September 9th

 

 

The September 10 program, Forging Pathways to Resilience, focused on the myriad of issues that still impact 9/11 victims’ families, responders and survivors. Subject matter experts shared their expertise and provided updates on many topics important for the 9/11 community.

 

View videos and photos from September 10th

 

In 2011, Ayman al-Zawahiri succeeded Osama bin Laden as head of al-Qaeda, a position he held until he was killed by a U.S. drone strike in July 2022. In his upcoming book, Doctor, Teacher, Terrorist: The Life and Legacy of Al-Qaeda Leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, Dr. Sajjan Gohel, International Security Director at the Asia-Pacific Foundation, provides the first definitive account of one of the world’s most wanted terrorists.

 

In conversation with Museum Director Clifford Chanin, Gohel details the life of al-Zawahiri, his deadly legacy, and the history and future of al-Qaeda.

 

 

Mary Fetchet, VOICES Founding Director, is being honored as the ASIS NYC Person of the Year for her commitment and dedication in serving the 9/11 community for over two decades. The Honorable Thomas H. Kean will deliver keynote remarks. Special guests include former NYPD Commissioners John Miller, Dermot Shea and Keechant Sewell, as well as US Marshall Ralph Sozio and First Deputy Commissioner of the NYPD, Tania Kinsella.

 

Please register below if you would like to attend.

 

Bereavement Group Who Lost a Loved One in the Past 3 Years

November 16 - Register

 

Caregivers

November 29 - Register

 

Family Members

November 20 - Register

Parents Helping Parents In-Person Peer Support Group

November 15 - Register

 

Responders

November 27 - Register

 

Survivors

November 21  - Register

 

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Voices Center for Resilience assists communities in preparing for and recovering from tragedy, and provides long-term support and resources that promote mental health care and wellness, for victims' families, responders and survivors.

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