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Raising awareness takes all of us. We made it easy for you to share information and resources about PTSD and effective treatments. Download materials to print, email, and share on social media.

Looking for something else? We have more materials available to order or print (for free) from the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

PTSD Awareness Partner Toolkit

If you or your organization would like to join us to raise PTSD awareness, download the Partner Toolkit. If you prefer to browse items, see “Materials and Downloads” below.

Our toolkit includes a variety of materials, including calendars with daily ideas for June, handouts with ways to raise awareness, posters with PTSD basics, pre-crafted social media messages, a drop-in blog post, and digital signs (images) for PTSD Awareness Month and PTSD Screening Day. We also include a customizable presentation slide deck that covers basic information about PTSD and effective treatments as well as tools and resources available on our website to support Veterans, loved ones, and providers.

Download the Partner Toolkit (ZIP)

Materials and Downloads

PTSD Awareness Month Calendar (PDF)

Ideas and resources to raise PTSD awareness each day in June.

30 Ways to Raise PTSD Awareness (PDF)

Tips and materials to help you spread the word about PTSD and effective treatments in your community, at work or school, on social media, or with the support of experts.

Drop-In Blog Post (PDF)

Sample blog post to help your readers understand PTSD and learn where to go for treatment.

Sample Proclamation (PDF)

Ask your governor, mayor or other local official to declare June as PTSD Awareness Month using our sample proclamation.

PTSD Awareness Month Calendar: For Providers (PDF)

Health Care Provider version of our PTSD awareness calendar with ideas and resources for each day in June.

Outreach Ideas for Mental Health Providers (PDF)

Additional ideas to raise PTSD awareness at your workplace, in your clinic, or for your own continued learning.

Presentation Slide Deck (PPT)

Are you planning a presentation about PTSD and effective treatments? These slides can be edited to meet the needs of your audience.

Social Media Profile Images

Update your profile with one of these images and spread the word.

Social Media Posts

Text and graphics to make your PTSD Awareness social media posts easy.

PTSD Facts (PDF)

Quick facts about PTSD and effective treatment you can share with others using the tag #PTSDFacts.

Wallet Card (PDF)

Print this wallet card and share it with someone to open a conversation about PTSD.

Customizable Flyer (PDF)

Post a flyer to promote your own PTSD Awareness event.

PTSD Awareness 3' x 8' Banner (PDF)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION for the printer: The PDF has been produced at 50% of final size and requires output at 200% to achieve a 3' x 8' banner.

Email Signature Banner (JPG)

An image that you can add to your email signature.

Virtual Background (JPG)

An image that you can use as your background for video conferencing.

Digital Sign (JPG)

Use our digital sign if your workplace or school has electronic bulletin boards.

Animated Videos

Download our short animated videos about PTSD and effective treatments to include in a presentation or share by email and social media.

Watch and Share YouTube Videos About PTSD and Effective Treatments

Share the link to any of our YouTube videos on social media. See our PTSD PlaylistLink will take you outside the VA website. VA is not responsible for the content of the linked site. and the National Center for PTSD PlaylistLink will take you outside the VA website. VA is not responsible for the content of the linked site. for many options.

AboutFace

Give others the link to our award-winning AboutFace website where Veterans talk about their recovery from PTSD through effective treatments.

Public Service Announcements (PSAs)

Ask TV and radio stations to run these PSAs from the AboutFace campaign. In the PSAs, Veterans talk about how they turned their lives around with PTSD treatment. Preview our PSAs on YouTube:

Information about additional formats of the PSAs:

Poster

Post our flyer in approved areas.

Digital Sign, Web and Newsletter Graphics

PTSD Awareness Bib (PDF)

Download and print your bib and get moving. Or order a bib online for free.

Virtual Walk Poster (PDF)

Share details about the STEP UP Virtual Walk with this poster.

Virtual Walk Social Media

Use STEP UP images on your social media posts or profile.

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