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September is National Suicide Prevention Month

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Visionlink supports 988 by helping its network of local crisis centers stay connected. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. We can all help prevent suicide.

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FEMA's 2022 National Preparedness Report Findings

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We’ve been reviewing the recently released National Preparedness Report from 2022 and a few sections really stand-out. You can find it here: National Preparedness Report December 2022 Here is our take. As a result, national capabilities supporting readiness, mass care and individual assistance programs have significantly improved.

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The Countdown is On: Celebrating National 211 Day!

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Saturday, February 11th, is National 211 Day 2023! 211 is the most comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the country. It's powered by people: thousands of caring, local experts are available to help, 24/7. Celebrate National 211 Day 2023 with us!

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Join us in St. Louis for the National VOAD Conference!

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We look forward to another engaging conference with the National Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (NVOAD) , in St. We are pleased to be one of the first partner organizations, supporting the work of NVOAD. We are ready to support local, regional, or national collaborations with proven and well-tested tools.

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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

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news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem.

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January Cause Awareness: National Mentoring Month

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That’s why we take time every January to celebrate National Mentoring Month! If you’re wondering how you can celebrate the mentors in your life or even become a mentor yourself, here’s a little bit about National Mentoring Month. About National Mentoring Month. How to Celebrate National Mentoring Month.

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Why I Volunteered: Why I Volunteered for My Local CASA Organization

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The Volunteer: She is a woman in her thirties who completed her local CASA’s 36-hour volunteer training program. The Cause: Child Advocacy and Family Justice | See how Bloomerang supports CASAs and organizations serving other causes. I Googled local organizations, reviewed my options, and reached out to CASA.