Proclamations

NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 9-15, 2018 as:

Suicide Prevention Week

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to take this opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to community, family, and life, and to reach out to those who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 9, 2018 as:

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to abstain from alcohol consumption throughout the course of pregnancy, and to support pregnant family members and their commitment to protecting the next generation.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 2018 as:

Recovery Month

in Alaska, and call upon Alaskans to extend compassion and understanding for those who are struggling with substance misuse; to foster an open, honest, and supportive dialogue about the effects of substance abuse in communities; and to support programs that improve the circumstances for fellow Alaskans reaching for recovery.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 2018 as:

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to support cancer patients, survivors, their families, and caregivers; remember the lives of those we have lost; and encourage those who are working to improve survival rates and treatments.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 2018 as:

College Savings Month

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskan families to consider the value of higher education and start saving and preparing for the future today.
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