At [AFSP]([link removed]), our mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.
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There is one more week of [National Suicide Prevention Month]([link removed]), and still so much you can do to help raise our culture's understanding of suicide. In recognition of this important month, we're asking you to Walk With Us in the fight to stop suicide by finding an [Out of the Darkness Community Walk]([link removed]) in your area, or by [donating directly]([link removed]) to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to help us continue our mission.
Our Community Walks shed light on mental health and bring hope to those affected by suicide. They also raise necessary funds that go directly toward AFSP's scientific research, suicide prevention education programs, and support for survivors of suicide loss. These funds also allow for our continued public policy and advocacy efforts, which are helping to pass much-needed suicide prevention legislation and life-saving policies.
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Become a Volunteer Advocate
for Suicide Prevention
Led by AFSP’s Public Policy Team in Washington, D.C., our nationwide, grassroots network of Volunteer Advocates works tirelessly to champion federal, state, and local policies that support mental health and save lives. The following resources can help you learn more about AFSP's public policy efforts and how to get involved:
- [Sign up to become a Volunteer Advocate]([link removed]) for suicide prevention, and join a vital network of grassroots advocacy that gives you the resources and tools to speak out for suicide prevention and mental health at all levels of government
- Learn about our [2023-2024 public policy priorities]([link removed]), which follow four overarching pillars in order to target upstream prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery policies –– from state infrastructure and federal funding, to health care accessibility and mental health parity
- Visit our [Action Center]([link removed]), where you can stay up to date on bills that need support, like the Local 988 Response Act, which will connect people contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline as quickly and safely as possible to a contact center near their physical location, while also protecting privacy (a process known as georouting)
- Participate in one of our [public policy events]([link removed]), like State Capitol Days and the Annual Advocacy Forum, which bring together suicide prevention advocates from every state in order to urge public officials to prioritize suicide prevention and mental health
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Attend an Upcoming Event
In addition to joining an Out of the Darkness Community Walk, or making a direct donation to help fund our suicide prevention advocacy, you can also attend one of our upcoming events:
- September 24 at 6 p.m. ET — Three Psychiatrists on a (Virtual) Couch: Therapy, Authenticity, and Vulnerability
Tune in live on AFSP’s [Instagram channel]([link removed])
Moderated by AFSP Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, this special conversation will focus on the role psychiatrists play in normalizing mental health care, emulating authenticity and vulnerability, and their experience both giving and receiving therapy themselves. Dr. Moutier will be joined by Psychiatrist and Chief Wellness Officer [Dr. Jessi Gold]([link removed]) of the University of Tennessee System, and adult and pediatric psychiatrist, [Dr. Kali Hobson]([link removed]).
- September 25 at 7 p.m. local time — Audacy’s I’m Listening
Radio Show
Tune in through any [Audacy station]([link removed]) across the country
Audacy’s mental health initiative I’m Listening is continuing to spread mental health awareness with help from some big-time stars in this annual broadcast special. AFSP Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Yu Moutier will answer listener questions and address topics ranging from youth mental health to managing stress during intense news cycles.
- September 28 at 7 p.m. ET — Audacy’s We Can Survive Concert
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Hosted by Audacy's NEW 102.7 station at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, proceeds from this concert will benefit AFSP. [Justin Timberlake]([link removed]), [New Kids On The Block]([link removed]), [Tate McRae]([link removed]), [Benson Boone]([link removed]), [Khalid]([link removed]), and [Isabel LaRosa]([link removed]) are the featured artists.
- September 30 at 7 p.m. local time — Audacy’s I’m Listening
Radio Show
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Join AFSP Senior Vice President of Research Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman for a conversation on youth suicide prevention measures, when to worry, and what to do. Hosted by the Wellness Institute.
Whether you join an Out of the Darkness Walk in your community, make a direct gift to AFSP, or attend one of our in-person or national events, your impact is powerful.
For up-to-date information on AFSP's national events, you can visit our [event calendar]([link removed]).
Support suicide prevention by [donating to AFSP]([link removed]) today!
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