Why this cause matters to me...

As someone whose life has been touched by suicide in a myriad of ways and who has struggled with their own mental health most of their life, nothing is more dear to me than helping to unravel our preconceived notions and stigmas around suicide.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.  AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:

• Funding scientific research
• Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention
• Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention
• Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide

Please join me in supporting this cause that is so near and dear to me!