Be the One (prevention training)

American Legion Post 34, Alamogordo, NM, will host Be the One prevention training, which is
aimed at reducing the number of veterans lost to suicide. The American Legion is leading a
nationwide effort — Be the One— to eliminate the stigma related to mental health treatment,
and in turn, lower the number of veterans who die by suicide every day. In the State of New
Mexico, a veteran commits suicide every four days.
The number of veterans who die by suicide every day is estimated at between 17 and 22. The
American Legion has elevated Be the One to be its primary mission, empowering veterans,
servicemembers, their family members and civilians to act appropriately when a veteran may
be at risk. This event intends to bring more awareness to the problem while providing resources
to those who may be able to help save the life of a veteran.
The event will be hosted by The Counseling Center. By an instructor from Columbia University
Wendy Lasko (NYSPI).
Time: 1:00 PM
Date: October 4th
Place / address: 1900 E 10th St, Alamogordo, NM in the West Conference room.
About the event: Veteran Suicide Prevention.
For more information: Contact the Counseling Center
For more details on the Be the One mission, please visit betheone.org.
Contact:
Sean Lofland
1 st Vice Commander
American Legion Post 34
Alamogordo, NM
seanlofland@yahoo.com (575) 491-9828
About The American Legion
The American Legion is the largest wartime veterans service organization with more than 1.6
million members in roughly 12,000 posts across the nation. Chartered by Congress in 1919, The
American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community

programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security and
continued devotion to servicemembers and veterans. Learn more at legion.org.