September is National Suicide Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, break the silence, and remind one another of a powerful truth: no one has to go through this alone. The return to school can be both exciting and overwhelming. For some students, it means reconnecting with friends and activities they love. For others, it can […]
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This featured blog for the month of September was written by one of the newest speakers in the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers network, Tammy McGee. Meet Tammy I never imagined I’d be sharing my son Conner’s story. Conner was just 16 years old when his life was cut short in a crash that
Speak Up. Your Voice Can Save a Life by Tammy McGee Read More »
This featured blog for the month of August was written by one of the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers, Harriet Turk. Meet Harriet A few years ago, I wrote this after watching my son play on the middle school football team. As a new school year begins, it reminds me of how much this
What 8th Grade Football Taught Me About Commitment and Confidence by Harriet Turk Read More »
This featured blog for the month of August was written by one of the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers, Harriet Turk. Meet Harriet Life is a rollercoaster ride. I get it. Ever hear your inner voice screaming, “I can’t do this anymore!”? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s acing that big exam, nailing a
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Every August, the United Kingdom observes National Road Victim Month – a time to remember those who have lost their lives or been forever changed by traffic crashes. The campaign is deeply personal and deeply powerful. It began in memory of Princess Diana, who was tragically killed in a car crash in Paris on August
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Whether you’re cracking open a brand new notebook or pulling the same old backpack out of the closet, there’s something powerful about the start of a new school year. It’s more than just schedules, syllabi, and school supplies, it’s a chance to reset, refocus, and decide how you want this year to go. Back to
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This featured blog for the month of June was written by one of the newest speakers in the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers network, Tammy McGee. Tammy’s speaker page is coming soon! Meet Tammy McGee: The Voice That Saves Lives On October 26, 2019, my world changed forever. My only son, Conner—lovingly known as
100 Safest Days of Summer: A Mother’s Mission to Protect Young Drivers Read More »
This featured blog for the month of June was written by one of the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers, Steve Emt. Meet Steve I’m a very lucky man. Half of my life I get to travel the world and compete for Team USA. The other half, I get to travel the country and speak
Wheelchairs Aren’t Luggage: The Urgent Need for Respectful Travel Assistance Read More »
This featured blog for the month of June was written by one of the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers, Matt Bellace, PhD. Meet Matt Summer break from school is just starting for some (sorry, New Jersey) and in full swing for many others, so now is a good time to think about, well, good
Chase the Better High: Summer Adventures That Boost Your Brain Read More »
This featured blog for the month of May was written by founder of the Drive to Save Lives prevention speakers network and top youth speaker, Cara Filler. Meet Cara Hey everyone, If there’s one thing life has taught me, it’s that we can’t change what happens to us—but we CAN choose what happens next. Our
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