The Power of Coming Together: A Milestone Gathering
Over 200 representatives from corporate, nonprofit and community partners convened at USAA’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, for Face the Fight’s first in-person coalition meeting.
In March 2025, over 200 representatives from corporate, nonprofit and community partners convened at USAA’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, for Face the Fight’s first in-person coalition meeting. This capstone event reinforced our shared mission, strengthened relationships and sparked increased action to address the veteran suicide crisis. During the meeting, scientific experts spoke about the latest evidence-informed innovations in preventing suicide, and participants engaged in collaborative problem-solving to help lay the groundwork for a three-year strategic plan. Participants left with new tools, actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose to drive greater impact in their communities, reinvigorating their commitment.
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