This post was updated on Oct 15 to include the date for the next Trauma Survivors Group meeting. The below events are happening in October 2022.
Vision Zero Network: Media Skills Workshop
Tuesday, October 11 from 1pm to 2:30pm via Zoom
Your story, if you’re ready to tell it, is a powerful tool for change. We need decision makers and the public to better understand the devastating toll of traffic crashes, and hear from those with firsthand experience. This hands-on, online training hosted by the Vision Zero Network is for people who have been impacted by a traffic crash. We’ll talk about how to get your story in front of the elected officials, media outlets, and key audiences.
DC Families for Safe Streets Monthly Meeting
Thursday, October 13 from 7pm to 8pm via Zoom
Join us for our monthly meeting on Zoom. Our main topic will be confirming plans for World Day of Remembrance on Sunday, November 20, 2022.
Contact us at DCFamiliesForSafeStreets [at] gmail.com for the Zoom link.
San Francisco Bay Area FSS Chapter: Storytelling Workshop
Sunday, October 16 from 6pm to 8pm via Zoom
This hands-on, online training hosted by the San Francisco Bay Area FSS chapter is for people who have been impacted by a traffic crash. Expert coaching to help you develop your crash story into a compelling narrative that can capture attention.
GWU Hospital: Virtual Trauma Survivors Group
Thursday, October 27 from 6:30pm to 8pm via Zoom
This virtual meeting hosted by the George Washington University Hospital is open to all trauma survivors, family members and loved ones. It is a space where people can connect with other people who have experienced similar circumstances.
Contact us at DCFamiliesForSafeStreets [at] gmail.com for the Zoom link.
Potentially of interest: Wendt Center for Loss & Healing’s “Grieving Families Healing Together” virtual workshops for youth and their families, from October through December. Learn more and apply here.
Upcoming:
- Trauma Survivors Day of Celebration on Thursday, November 10 (in-person and live stream on Facebook)
- World Day of Remembrance on Sunday, November 20