"September is National Suicide Prevention Month. As an alumni association to over 50,000 veterans, we wanted to raise awareness and make sure our graduates in need were finding connection and getting any help needed. We decided to get the senior leadership of our organization and the Air Force Academy involved in the 22-pushup challenge in recognition of the 22 daily veteran suicides. We produced videos with these leaders encouraging graduates to reach out to their fellow classmates and take care of each other. Cadets also got involved in posting their own videos for the cause!"
From the Judges
This felt fresh and was very effective in raising awareness of the astounding statistic relating to veteran suicide. Great idea and very on brand for USAFA both as a cause and a challenge.
