This session shares the first part of the International Overdose Awareness Day candle light vigil held by the SAFE Coalition on Sunday, August 31, 2025.The vigil was held on the Franklin Town Common. This first part was conducted from the stage at the gazebo. The second part, recorded by Franklin TV, was held right near the flags planted on the Common.

Speakers

  • Jennifer Knight-Levine, CEO | Co-Founder
  • Jim Derick, Director of Family Recovery | Co-Founder
  • Rev Doreen Oughton, Franklin Federated Church
  • Anthony, member of SAFE Coalition with his recovery story

The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen in.

For more about the SAFE Coalition, visit their web page ->

https://www.safecoalitionma.org/

International Overdose Awareness Day -> https://www.overdoseday.com/

Photo album -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/eUJRuDrhDoZfSMp18

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