Tag: violence prevention
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A Heartfelt Tribute to Parents Like This Brave Sandy Hook Advocate Working to Ensure Our Kids’ Safety
Get Pregnant Fast I sat at my kitchen counter for my first call with Laura Harris, the founder of Safe and Sound Schools. My kids were unusually quiet, absorbed in their screens and indulging in too many cheesy puffs. I felt an odd sense of excitement about our conversation. Discussing safety and violence prevention with…
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Mothers Face Unimaginable Heartbreak in the Aftermath of the Orlando Tragedy
Get Pregnant Fast In the early hours of a fateful Sunday, the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history unfolded at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando. The horrific attack claimed the lives of at least 49 innocent individuals and left over 53 others injured. As the hours dragged on, countless families were left in agonizing…