New Directions PSA Directed by Elizabeth Karr

New Directions PSA directed by Elizabeth Karr – New Directions is a non profit organization that has been transforming the lives of veterans since 1992. This PSA was made to get the word out to women vets–who are struggling with homelessness, substance abuse or trauma– that there is a place they can go for help. The Women In Film Public Service Announcement Production Program brings together Hollywood talent who donate their time and resources to promote organizations that improve the lives of women and children. Each year, the award-winning PSA Production Program selects four to five charity organizations from throughout the nation to receive a pro bono PSA. Director: Elizabeth Karr; Writer: Thuy Tran; Producer: Regina Park; Editor: Anthony Buncio; Sound Design: Troy Stone; Executive Producer; Robin Gee www.newdirectionsinc.org www.wif.org

Front & Center: Getting Florida smart on justice

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A: Our primary focus this year is on behavioral health care, including treatment for substance abuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders. If we can treat inmates and resolve these underlying issues, we stand a better chance of them not committing …
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Issue of the Week: Women, Beware

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The three-day program helps veterans understand how military service can contribute to depression, alcohol and drug addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder, among other traumas. The volunteer facilitators, who include both veterans and civilians …
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Marijuana Breaking News: Can Pot Save Nevada?

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Stephen H Frye, M.D., a long time drug reform activist, and author of “Monumental Fiasco, Our Drug War!,” today secured a commitment from two Nevada Assemblymen to submit a bill to the Nevada legislature to legalize marijuana for all adults, similar to …
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