The History Behind Forever One

In the aftermath of the tragedy, Las Vegas showed the world its heart and soul, unifying under the banner of Vegas Strong. Together, we became safer, more compassionate, and more just.

A Resiliency & Justice Center was born to serve the victims’ families and survivors, and now serves as a permanent beacon and resource for all victims of violent crime. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department adopted nearly all 93 recommendations outlined in its 1 October After-Action Review and now has best practices and technologies making us safer, more secure, and better prepared. And now, the Forever One Memorial will be an enduring place for healing and to always remember those we lost and the wounds survivors still carry.

The world rallied together, offering support, comfort, and strength to those who needed it most. From small acts of kindness to generous contributions, people everywhere stepped up and gave what they could. The hashtag #VegasStrong swept across social media, and community-made memorials sprung up throughout the area, showing a longing for a tangible place of remembrance. Hurt echoed throughout our community, but ripples of goodness lifted us back up in those moments of darkness. What emerged from tragedy was an ecosystem of healing that extends far beyond Las Vegas, crossing boundaries, bridging communities, and inspiring acts of compassion all over the world.