When sirens fade, survivors are left alone. We're bringing together Griffin Dunne, Uvalde survivor Brett Cross, trauma specialists, and advocates to discuss your rights and pathways to healing.
#FromHealingToAction #SurvivorsEmpowered #NCVRW2026 #SurvivorsRights #TraumaInformed
When the sirens fade, survivors are often left alone. This campaign ensures communities understand what survivors need next: respect, informed care, and the assurance that their rights and humanity still matter.
#FromHealingToAction #SurvivorsEmpowered
Valentine’s Day can be a complicated time for survivors—especially for those who carry the weight of loss. Amid the sea of heart-shaped candies and picture-perfect couples, it’s easy to feel unseen if your love story includes grief.
#FromHealingToAction #SurvivorsEmpowered
Many of us identify as a “gun violence survivor.” There’s a false assumption that we lead perfect lives until gun violence occurs. The reality is that we all have pretty messy lives to start with... Read: survivorsempowered.org/my-healing-j...
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“My life before Jessi was killed was so fulfilling... and then everything blew up one night in a theater in Aurora, Colorado...you don’t know where to begin to start putting those pieces back together..."
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#survivorsempowered #mindfulness #kintsugi
As #gunviolence challenges grow, we are expanding our programs for survivors. We could use your help now! survivorsempowered.org/how-to-help/...
#helpushelpsurvivors #VolunteerOpportunity #SurvivorsEmpowered #SharingIsCaring #mentalhealthmatters #MindfulnessMatters
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For trauma sufferers, taking some mindful moments to just breathe can be huge.
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#TraumaRecovery #HealingThroughMindfulness #MindfulLiving #PeacefulMind #MentalHealthMatters #SurvivorsEmpowered #FindYourCalm #BeKind
Zen rocks stacked to reflex mindfulness as: relax, restore, regroup, reflect, reset
#Mindfulness is a puzzle. You don’t fit together all the pieces at once. It takes time to learn and practice the tips and techniques. #TraumaRecovery #HealingThroughMindfulness #EmpowerSurvivors #MindfulLiving #GunViolenceAwareness #PeacefulMind #MentalHealthMatters #SurvivorsEmpowered #FindYourCalm
Help Survivors Empowered achieve its mission: survivorsempowered.org/how-to-help/
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Trauma, while undeniably painful, holds the potential to act as a powerful catalyst for personal growth and a deeper understanding of oneself and the world. #survivorsempowered #mindfulness
Responsible gun ownership (particularly during the holidays) means keeping guns out of the hands of those who may harm themselves or others—most especially, children.
Key statistics make the case:
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#survivorsempowered #gunviolenceprevention #advocacy
#SurvivorsToolkit is a living document created with #Giffords to give gun violence survivors timely and meaningful information. #Madison #survivorsempowered
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The #holidays offer a time to reflect on personal growth, to cherish the present, and to look forward with hope and anticipation. May we all find strength in our stories and joy in the festive season. #survivorsempowered
He killed 12, injured 70, & was sentenced to life w/o the possibility of parole. Of note, CO banned high-cap mags after Aurora, but gun manufacturers & retailers have skirted the ban by selling parts kits which enable buyers to build their own.
#HonorWithAction
#sensiblegunlaws
#SurvivorsEmpowered
It's ok if you're not ready.
It's ok if you're not ok.
It's ok if you need a big long break.
Rest, m'friends.
Prepare your hearts and minds.
You are the light and you are meant to SHINE...when it is time.
#SurvivorsEmpowered
