FAU Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work Offers Condolences To The Victims of the Parkland Tragedy

Heartbroken and in deep sorrow, the faculty, staff and students at The Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work stand alongside of the students, teachers, families, first responders, law enforcement officers, friends of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and the Broward County community, as we mourn the lives of the victims of this horrific and senseless act of violence. As social workers, we will engage in actions to ensure that we assist and support those who were impacted by this tragedy. We will bring the strength and resiliency that our community sorely needs. We must focus all our energy, efforts, studies, training, and our life on not merely ending violence, but fostering harmony and connectedness among one another and instilling hope at times when hopelessness inundates our communities. In this time of crisis, let us commit ourselves to our calling to serve others and improve lives.  We will work alongside our community and take all necessary actions to restore hope and make it a safer and more equitable place.  FAU students who feel distressed or in need of emotional support can contact FAU counseling services at 561-297-3540.

Naelys Luna, Ph.D.
Director and Professor
Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work