Program helps civilians teach Soldiers, Families to build resiliency through art

By Ms Jennifer M Caprioli (Drum)April 25, 2012

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1 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
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2 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Civilians from across the globe came together April 24 for an opportunity to network, compare notes and build supportive relationships during a Resiliency through Art workshop at Fort Drum. Pictured here is a "Storybook of Strength" art activity that... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
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3 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Debbie Kennedy, Fort Drum School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration, and Skills Unlimited program coordinator, works on an art activity during Resiliency through Art training April 24 at Fort Drum. The 2-day class was designed to provide hands-on... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
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4 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Michelle, a civilian from Army Base Vicenza, Italy, works on a challenges and coping skills mobile art activity Tuesday during a Resiliency through Art workshop at Fort Drum. The purpose of the art activities is help individuals find positive meaning... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL

Civilians from across the globe visited Fort Drum April 23-24 to participate in 2-day class which was designed to provide hands-on experience and information about how art activities can promote resiliency for Soldiers, Families and veterans, in a safe and supportive environment.