The Call We Carry

606 Fawcett Avenue,Tacoma WA 98402

13 May, 2023

Description

THE FILM In a profession that few ever see, and even fewer understand, a crisis is brewing amongst today’s first responders. Over 37% meet clinical diagnosis for PTSD, and most go untreated and even unrecognized. In a culture where showing vulnerability means showing weakness, this ground-breaking documentary attempts to break down these barriers and smash the stigma of mental health in the fire service. Follow the journeys of 4 Tacoma Firefighters as they share their stories of pain, sacrifice, and resiliency in the midst of an unprecedented call volume increase. The film provides an intimate glimpse into lives of those who put it all on the line everyday, in an effort to prove once and for all that NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE… THE EVENT Free film screening followed by an impactful community panel discussion. Hear from filmmakers, film participants, local first responders, and health professionals, as we discuss the conversation that's not being had enough and work to illuminate a crisis in order to stop the stigma and support change. THE SPEAKERS TBD