Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans is a 60-minute educational program for general audiences to learn about the impact of suicide among veterans, along with practical ways to recognize warning signs of suicide, navigate tough conversations, and connect veterans to support in ways that respect their autonomy. 

This is a pilot presentation of this new program. By participating, you will have an opportunity to provide feedback to help shape this program ahead of its full launch in November 2025.  

Participants will:  

• Learn the impact of suicide on the veteran population. 

• Identify contributors to veteran suicide and protective factors. 

• Learn how to recognize suicide warning signs in veterans. 

• Gain confidence in starting a conversation with a veteran who may be in distress. 

• List ways to seek and offer support and resources for veterans. 

Keep the Conversation Going  

Walk with us to prevent suicide  

The Out of the Darkness Community Walks give people the courage to open up about their own struggle or loss and provide a platform to change our culture’s approach to mental health. Find your local Walk at afsp.org/ootd and register today!  

 Volunteer with your local AFSP Chapter  

We are always looking for devoted volunteers to help in the fight against suicide! If you would like to volunteer, please find your local Chapter at afsp.org/chapters and fill out our Volunteer Application form.