{"id":663258,"date":"2025-09-23T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=663258"},"modified":"2025-09-23T13:18:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T13:18:40","slug":"breaking-the-silence-join-the-stop-suisilence-mental-health-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=663258","title":{"rendered":"Breaking the silence: Join the Stop SuiSilence Mental Health Summit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering.<\/p>\n<p>Every day, too many of our brothers and sisters in arms are lost\u2014not on the battlefield, but here at home. Suicide continues to claim the lives of 17 to 18 Veterans daily, with some estimates suggesting the number may be even higher. Each loss ripples outward, touching families, friends and communities.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t have to be this way. Together, we can change the narrative.<\/p>\n<p>This September,\u00a0the Warrior GMR Foundation and Angel Force USA\u00a0are hosting the\u00a0Stop SuiSilence Mental Health Summit, a gathering dedicated to breaking stigma, building solutions and driving toward zero Veteran suicides. Attendance is free for all Veterans.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When and where<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sept. 26\u201328, 2025.<\/li>\n<li>National Museum of the United States Army, Fort Belvoir, Virginia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Held during\u00a0Suicide Prevention Month, the summit coincides with the newly designated\u00a0National Stop SuiSilence Day (September 25), a bipartisan effort to confront the crisis head-on.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to expect<\/h2>\n<p>The summit will bring together Veterans, caregivers, policymakers and mental health leaders for three days of connection, education and healing.<\/p>\n<p>Highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keynotes and panels. Hear from leaders like\u00a0retired Army Generals Michael Garrett\u00a0and Joseph Votel, alongside caregivers, survivors and advocates sharing strategies to prevent suicide and support long-term recovery.<\/li>\n<li>Veteran testimonies. Real stories of struggle, resilience and hope to remind us none of us are alone.<\/li>\n<li>\u201cNo Man Left Behind\u201d Gala. An evening at the Army Museum honoring pioneers in suicide prevention, with live music by the\u00a0Angel Force Band, featuring members tied to legendary groups like The Who, Crosby Stills &amp; Nash, and more.<\/li>\n<li>Buddy Bowl Flag Football Tournament. A chance to reconnect, compete and build camaraderie.<\/li>\n<li>Red T-Shirt Friday Concert &amp; BBQ. A free concert and community gathering to celebrate Veterans.<\/li>\n<li>Wellness resource fair. Access to programs and services designed to support Veterans and their families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why attend<\/h2>\n<p>This summit isn\u2019t just another event. It\u2019s a mission.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling, supporting a buddy or simply want to stand up for your community, this is your place. By joining, you\u2019ll help build the roadmap to zero Veteran suicides while connecting with those who understand your journey.<\/p>\n<p>For too long, silence has been one of our greatest enemies. By showing up, you\u2019re declaring:\u00a0We will not accept Veteran suicide as inevitable.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to join<\/h2>\n<p>The\u00a0Stop SuiSilence Mental Health Summit\u00a0is\u00a0free for all Veterans, but space is limited. Bring your family, friends and fellow service members\u2014healing is stronger when we do it together.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/warriorgmr1\">FREE LIVESTREAM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final word<\/h2>\n<p>The fight continues, but this time the mission is clear: to protect the lives of those who served. Join us at Fort Belvoir this September. Stand with us, speak out and help lead the way toward a future where every Veteran knows they are never alone.<\/p>\n<p>Your voice matters. Your life matters. Let\u2019s stop SuiSilence\u2014together.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Every day, too many of our brothers and sisters in arms are lost\u2014not on the battlefield, but here at home. 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