From 9/11 to Today, Helping Families and Communities Heal After Tragedy VOICES CENTER FOR RESILIENCE
Since the horrific events of September 11, 2001, Voices Center for Resilience, formerly Voices of September 11th, has provided long-term support services and programs while advocating on behalf of all those impacted by 9/11. VOICES expanded its mission to offer resources, education, and mental health care to individuals and communities impacted by tragedy.
VOICES FOUNDING Mary and Frank Fetchet lost their 24-yearold son, Brad, on that tragic day. Drawing upon her professional background as a clinical social worker and first-hand experience as a mother of a victim, Mary recognized the challenges families faced in accessing information. In 2002, Mary founded VOICES, committed to providing the support that victims’ families, responders, and survivors needed to help them heal and build resilience in their lives. The organization established a new paradigm in providing services and continuity of care for those impacted by traumatic events.
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A GLOBAL MODEL FOR COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
Today, VOICES legacy lives on through its commitment to leverage its expertise to help communities impacted by other tragedies, in the United States and abroad. Social work practices permeate VOICES work as it evolved into the preeminent social services organization—providing over 181,000 hours of support—with innovative online programs workshops, webinars, conferences, and resources that promote healing and resilience.
A THOUGHT LEADER IN ADVOCACY AND SOCIAL SERVICES The far-reaching impact of VOICES continues to expand and has been recognized internationally for its groundbreaking work in establishing long-term support and mental health care for those impacted by tragedy. Many prominent dignitaries have participated in VOICES Galas and Annual Symposiums, including President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Tony Blair, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, FBI Director Robert Mueller, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, and many others. VOICES has long-standing relationships with government officials, corporate leaders, mental health professionals, and key stakeholders worldwide. Through the 9/11 Commission Family Steering Committee, the 9/11 Memorial Museum Family Advisory Council, and other efforts, VOICES became a powerful advocate for victims’ families, survivors, and responders— and honoring the lives of those who died on 9/11.
(L to R) Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, Hillary Clinton, and Leon Panetta
(L to R) 9/11 Commissioner Thomas Kean, Mary Fetchet, Commissioner Lee Hamilton, and Frank Fetchet
