DAY 1 - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2025
General Session - Cottonwood Ballroom
View the General Session from April 16, 2025, Day 1 of the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families hosted by Thomas Winkel, Director of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families.
Representative Juan Ciscomani: 2025 Symposium Remarks
Representative Juan Ciscomani speaks during the Day 2 General Session on April 17, 2025, at the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families. His remarks emphasize the importance of community collaboration and Arizona’s ongoing commitment to service members, veterans, and their families.
Ambassador Cindy McCain: 2025 Symposium Remarks
Ambassador Cindy McCain shares virtual remarks during the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families, held April 16–17, 2025.
In her message, Ambassador McCain honors the legacy of service in Arizona and highlights the importance of collaboration, compassion, and community in supporting those who have served and their families. Her remarks underscore the enduring need to come together across sectors to ensure no one who has served is ever left without connection or care.
15 Years of the Symposium
Take a look back at 15 years of connection, collaboration, and community impact through the Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families.
This highlight video celebrates the people, partnerships, and progress that have shaped Arizona’s only statewide gathering dedicated to strengthening support for service members, veterans, and their families.
Together: 2025 Symposium
With so much uncertainty in the world today, one thing remains clear—connection matters. In this video from the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families, we’re reminded how vital it is to stay connected to each other, to resources, and to a sense of purpose. Now more than ever, collaboration and community are key to supporting those who serve and have served.
DAY 2 - THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2025
General Session - Cottonwood Ballroom
View the General Session from April 17, 2025, Day 2 of the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families hosted by Thomas Winkel, Director of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families.
Governor Katie Hobbs: 2025 Symposium Remarks
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs speaks during the Day 2 General Session on April 17, 2025, at the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families. Her remarks highlight Arizona’s commitment to collaboration and continued leadership in building a strong support system for those who serve and have served.
Postvention
The Be Connected Postvention program provides compassionate support and guidance for individuals, families, organizations, and communities in Arizona who have experienced a suicide loss involving a service member or veteran.
This video explains the purpose of postvention—support provided after a suicide loss—and how it plays a vital role in both healing and preventing future loss. Learn how the Be Connected team and partners walk alongside survivors to provide care, resources, and connection when it’s needed most.