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Safe States & The University of North Carolina Injury Prevention Research Center are accepting proposals for an opportunity to host an Injury-Free Academy on shared risk and protective factors. If interested, scan the QR code or follow the link: loom.ly/BRS3Uko

This August, Safe States would like to share news from Washington examining the recent lack of movement in the House, the Senate’s response, and Safe States’ leadership in the advocacy space. Read more loom.ly/kf3eHIg #SafeStates

Did you know? About 1 in 5 teens have reported being bullied on school property in the past year. We all have a part to play in preventing teen bullying and creating a safer environment for our youth. Find out how bullying is preventable: bit.ly/4e598xw

This August, Safe States would like to share thoughts from our President, Lisa Roth, on "Embracing Something New!" Read more loom.ly/qmWtotI #SafeStates

Parenting teens can be a challenging experience. Help your teen grow into an independent adult with @CDC’s "Essentials for Parenting Teens" resource on encouraging independence: bit.ly/3UUEoXv

During the Labor Day holiday, there's typically an increase in drunk-driving deaths. As the holiday fast approaches, join the efforts of this campaign by practicing responsible driving and not operating motor vehicles if you've been drinking. Learn More! loom.ly/57O-drM

New 2023 CPSTF Annual Report to Congress! Want to know which areas need more research? Read about the evidence gaps that CPSTF identified for the intervention approaches they recommended in fiscal year 2023. loom.ly/zvuJPjU

Did you know that September is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)? Find DVAM communications tools and more information about this year’s theme, #HealHoldCenter by visiting bit.ly/4ccmS7J #DVAM2024

When violence happens in our public spaces, it’s not only a public safety problem—it’s also a public health problem. That’s why @CDCinjury is sharing a new Resource for Action that highlights some effective ways to address root causes and prevent community violence.

Don't miss SPRC Tribal Initiatives Team's "Equity in Suicide Prevention: Webinar 3" TODAY at 1PM ET.

Many populations experience health inequities that can increase the risk of experiencing violence. Essential Elements are based on the best available evidence to effectively select, adapt, and evaluate approaches for your community. Explore the resource: bit.ly/3QKXMEU

Safe States staff had a great visit with colleagues in Wisconsin showcasing and discussing their efforts in injury and violence prevention with the CDC Director, CDC's NCIPC Director, WI DHS Secretary, and Children’s Hospital CEO among other partners. @cdcgov @cdcinjury @dhswi

Safe States & The University of North Carolina Injury Prevention Research Center are accepting proposals for an opportunity to host an Injury-Free Academy on shared risk and protective factors. If interested, scan the QR code or follow the link: loom.ly/BRS3Uko

Save the Date! The 2025 Safe States Annual Injury & Violence Prevention Conference will be held in Atlanta, Georgia from September 9th through the 11th! Join TODAY to receive member benefits- including discounted conference registration for next year! loom.ly/KuHDXOk

You can help reduce the risk for #suicide in your community. Learn how to talk to someone who is considering suicide with these action steps: samhsa.gov/mental-health/… #SPM24 #SuicidePreventionWeek

That it is preventable! By working with partners and community members to #BeThere lives can be saved.

A3. Make sure everyone you know, knows about the free 988 hotline. @SAMHSA provides tons of resources for promoting this life line. samhsa.gov/resource-searc…

A7. Safe States Alliance provides access to a free, searchable training and resource hub. Users can search by terms such as suicide prevention, to access a variety of curated, timely tips, tools, and training. resources.safestates.org #BeThere #SPM24

The best available evidence tells us there are things we can do to prevent community violence and reduce the immediate and long-term harm to health and safety. In a new resource, @CDCinjury outlines the most effective and promising prevention strategies. cdc.gov/community-viol…