Misawa leaders sign 2023 Suicide Prevention Proclamation
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joelle Sarmiento, 35th Fighter Wing suicide prevention facilitator, reads Misawa’s 2023 Suicide Prevention Proclamation as Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th FW deputy commander, prepares to sign the proclamation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 7, 2023. September is designated as Suicide Prevention Month, a time when the Department of Defense brings added attention to the complex issue of suicide and emphasizes the valuable resources and support available year-round for active-duty service members as well as their families, veterans, retirees and DoD civilians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)