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Strong.Fearless.Faithful: The Shadows Behind The Badge (SFF) was founded in 2019 to help connect law enforcement families across Virginia. We realized there was a need to provide support in a safe place for law enforcement families to connect. We are also forming SFF chapters in Central VA, NOVA, Tidewater, Western VA, and the Shenandoah Valley areas. Our closed member group is comprised of over 50 different agencies within Virginia, including federal, state, and local departments.

We take pride in offering positive support for law enforcement families to connect through in-person and virtual events throughout the Commonwealth. We focus on providing a safe place to meet, while also focusing on community outreach projects, and partnering with other law enforcement organizations to provide support for our families. Please note that, at this time, our closed group is only open to wives/girlfriends of law enforcement officers and female officers. Access to our closed group is located on Facebook. Please know there are membership questions that will need to be answered, to verify LEO affiliation, prior to acceptance.

Division III Fall Event

11/5/2022 03:30 PM
Location: To Be Announced

Hey Division III Ladies it’s time for our annual fall bonfire! Official time to be announced… private event (group members only)

10/16/2022 02:00 PM
Chesapeake, VA, USA

Calling all Tidewater Chapter ladies for an afternoon of painting pumpkins and enjoying the fall weather! Private event (group members only)

10/15/2022 01:30 PM
Falls Church, VA, USA

Fun fall afternoon for our NOVA ladies — private event (group members only)

15May

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

5/15/2022 12:00 AM - 5/21/2022 12:00 AM
Location: To Be Announced

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK. We will have several different events to participate in. Stay tuned!!

4/30/2022 10:00 AM
10300 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield, VA, USA

Come on out and watch these awesome K9's and their handlers in actions. This event is open to spectators!

4/23/2022 03:00 PM
Location: To Be Announced

Spring Picnic/Bonfire for the Division 3 group members -- PRIVATE EVENT.

4/2/2022 12:00 PM
Location: To Be Announced

The Spring Event for the Central VA chapter members is upon us. PRIVATE - for group members only.

3/26/2022 01:00 PM
447 East Rochambeau Drive, Williamsburg, VA, USA

Spring lunch for the members of the Tidewater Chapter!

10/30/2021 10:00 AM
Location: To Be Announced

OPEN TO GROUP MEMBERS

L.S.

"A community of LEOWs who walk through life together. It's wonderful to have others who have the same experiences."

H.P.B.

"I love meeting people who in so many ways can understand my life and the struggles that come with being a LEO family. I love hearing from other wives and thinking, 'Wow.. I'm truly not alone in this. My feelings must be normal, because she feels the same way.' I also love how SFF makes me feel like I can do something to make a difference in the LEO community, especially since things have been very negative for a while now."

A.L.

"A group of LEOWs that work together to provide extra support to our officers across the state and to each other."

N.L.

"I love how SFF is an organization that is very community based by being a resource itself. SFF has wonderful resources and networks to continue to grow. They support LEO's and their families in many different ways. SFF helps LEOW's not feel alone as well which can help you feel fearless in these difficult times. It just feels like a wonderful warm and welcoming family with a whole lotta FAITH! There is definitely so much STRENGTH and I am so happy SFF exists."

P.N.

"I love seeing other's posts and realizing my feelings aren't so bizarre - other wives feel it too. But most of all I love a place I can find the needs of those walking in these same shoes and in the same LEO family life who need meals, prayers, support, a helping hand, or a listening ear. Being made aware of situations and needs that I'd otherwise be oblivious to."

A.C.

Y'all. These women right here...The group from the beginning of SFF. They have had my back, told me to calm down when needed, listen to be sob when talking about the chaos of this year, and laughed beyond control when things just happen. I need each one of them for so many different reasons. I count my blessings daily, but when I think of them I count things twice. We come from all walks of life. Different paths. Different careers. Different life stories. We are all in different parts of life. Only thing in common is we are all married to law enforcement in the Commonwealth of Va.

CRISIS and Mental Health Support Resources

First responders have a higher rate of suicide and PTSD due to what they experience on a daily basis. We want you to know that we are proud of you for getting up every morning and facing the day. The bravest thing you can do is keep going despite the many obstacles and curveballs that can be thrown your way. If you are struggling or would like to talk to someone, please reach out, there is always help available and there is ALWAYS someone willing to listen. Not in crisis? Look for organizations in your area that can help you before you reach your breaking point. Click here for a list of CRISIS phone numbers and mental health support services.

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Blue Help VA

One of our SFF moderators is the Virginia Representative for Blue H.E.L.P. Offering comfort and honor to the families who have lost an officer to suicide is necessary to maintain the credibility of the thin blue line. All officers, regardless of method of death, deserve thanks; all families deserve your support. Click here for more information or to report a First Responder suicide in Virginia.

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