Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans is a free, 60-minute educational program for 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.
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
Understand 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.