Louisiana VA leaders to speak at Overton Brooks VA event

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Suicide Prevention team at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center will host leaders from the Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, as part of Suicide Prevention Month events.

Deputy Secretary and Medical Director Dr. Jerome Buller and Assistant Secretary of Outreach Larry Williams will speak at 9 a.m. in rooms 2West62/63 about preventing suicide and spreading awareness.

The morning will begin with a meet-and-greet at 8:30 a.m. before the state leaders’ remarks. Later, from 11 a.m. to noon, members of the Armory Project will present in the same location.

According to a news release, The Armory Project will provide education and resources to help veterans prevent firearm suicide by arranging safe, voluntary, out-of-home firearm storage with trusted firearms dealers in local communities.

Officials said in the news release that the events are part of a broader effort to highlight suicide prevention initiatives and ensure veterans and their families know how to access support and resources.