The recent weeks have been challenging for so many communities, including ours. We were not built to keep up with so much mourning.
OppNet does the work we do so our communities can live free and build the life we want, to dance without getting shot, and to simply get home without dying.
Tyre Nichols was just trying to go home.
We have shared these resources before and here we are, needing them yet again. May we all be surrounded by love and care that fuels the hope and action for lasting change.
Resources
- Disaster Distress Hotline
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Coping with Grief after a Disaster or Traumatic Event
- National Education Association's School Crisis Guide
- AAP: Talking to Children about Tragedies & Other News Events
- PBS: Helping Children with Tragic Events in the News
- Everytown for Gun Safety
- Coalition to Support Grieving Students
Previous Relevant Community Statements and Resources