On Memorial Day, the nation will remember those killed while serving their country. It is our hope for people to think about another kind of Memorial Day – one honoring those who served in uniform and died by suicide. The first jumper off the Golden Gate Bridge was a WWI veteran in 1937. The Bridgewatch Angels are seeking compassionate volunteers to engage in suicide prevention. Our primary focus will be to greet individuals on the bridge who are walking alone, displaying negative body posture, or lingering mid-span. The impact of a smile and simple hello is more powerful than you think! At 2pm, Mia Munayer and the Bridgewatch Angels trainers will greet you in front of the Bridge Cafe (San Francisco Welcome Center). A mandatory orientation will begin promptly at 2pm so we ask you to arrive 30 minutes early. The event will end at 6pm. Due to the nature of the work, all volunteers must be at least 18 year of age AND registered on Eventbrite. Dont forget to click "going" on the Bridgewatch Angels Memorial Day Facebook event page to receive important instructions and helpful tips to plan your day with us. These updates will also be sent to the email you register on Eventbrite. We would be very appreciative if you would share our Memorial Day event on your social media and tell your family and friends. Questions? Email [email protected].
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On Memorial Day, the nation will remember those killed while serving their country. It is our hope for people to think about another kind of Memorial Day – one honoring those who served in uniform and died by suicide. The first jumper off the Golden Gate Bridge was a WWI veteran in 1937. The Bridgewatch Angels are seeking compassionate volunteers to engage in suicide prevention. Our primary focus will be to greet individuals on the bridge who are walking alone, displaying negative body posture, or lingering mid-span. The impact of a smile and simple hello is more powerful than you think! At 2pm, Mia Munayer and the Bridgewatch Angels trainers will greet you in front of the Bridge Cafe (San Francisco Welcome Center). A mandatory orientation will begin promptly at 2pm so we ask you to arrive 30 minutes early. The event will end at 6pm. Due to the nature of the work, all volunteers must be at least 18 year of age AND registered on Eventbrite. Dont forget to click "going" on the Bridgewatch Angels Memorial Day Facebook event page to receive important instructions and helpful tips to plan your day with us. These updates will also be sent to the email you register on Eventbrite. We would be very appreciative if you would share our Memorial Day event on your social media and tell your family and friends. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, CA 94129
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