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Alabama Rep. Neil Rafferty has a tough job being the only openly gay member of the state legislature in a state that largely opposes LGBTQ rights, including gay marriage. Even so, he sees his position as an opportunity to educate his colleagues who may not be as informed on these issues. “I felt it was part of my duty to, not just as a representative who represents all the people in my .
From The Tribune staff reports
MONTGOMERY Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced a statewide suicide prevention initiative for service members, veterans and their families.
“A continuing stigma with mental illness is a tragic reality for veterans, with approximately 17 veterans in the U.S. dying by suicide per day,” the governor’s office said in a statement.
Alabama’s veteran suicide rate is even higher than the national average.
Governor Kay Ivey spoke at a Media Event to Announce Veteran Suicide Prevention Efforts May 14, 2021 in Montgomery, Ala. (Governor’s Office/Hal Yeager)
“Once someone has served our great nation, we owe it to these great men and women to help them enter civilian life,” Governor Ivey said. “I can think of no better way to say, ‘thank you for your service’ than ensuring these heroes and their families have access to mental health resources when in need.”
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Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday a new statewide suicide prevention initiative for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF).
Governor Ivey was joined at the Alabama State Capitol by members of Alabama’s Challenge for Preventing Suicide Among SMVF to introduce the initiative, which aims to create an impactful, long-term outcome across the state. In attendance were members from the Alabama Legislature and representatives from the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, Alabama Department of Mental Health, Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama National Guard, and non-profits including Still Serving Veterans and Veterans Recovery Resources.
“Once someone has served our great nation, we owe it to these great men and women to help them enter civilian life,” Governor Ivey said. “I can think of no better way to say, ‘thank you for your service’ than ensuring these heroes and their families have access to mental health resources when in need.�
Gov. Kay Ivey, the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs and state lawmakers announced the plan that includes public service announcements and partnerships aimed at get troubled veterans the help they need.