Be the One — The American Legion’s mission to reduce the rate of veteran suicide, as well as increasing awareness and identifying solutions to help a veteran in crisis.

To aid American Legion Family members in delivering the mission in their local communities, new resources are available at www.BetheOne.org. Under the resources and media tab, you will find:

• Frequently asked questions: A list of common questions and answers about Be the One, such as how a post can support the mission and more.

• Sample media advisory and press release: Download the documents, update them with your Be the One event information, and distribute to local media, community partners, and others.

• Sample speech: Use this prepared speech for any event to educate on the Legion’s Be the One mission and how others can support it.

• Social media graphics: Share these downloadable Be the One graphics on your social media channels to promote the Legion’s suicide prevention mission and drive people to the website to learn how to take action when a veteran is in crisis.

• Table banner: Decorate your post or event with a Be the One branded table banner.

• Videos: Learn best practices to hosting a successful Be the One event. 

• Virtual training: The American Legion has partnered with Columbia University to provide training for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding to veterans who may be in crisis. Members of The American Legion Family are encouraged to take part in this training and share the training with their communities.