Talk Saves Lives Presentations
Join us after the matinee performances of Every Brilliant Thing in October for a special presentation of Talk Saves Lives, an introduction to suicide prevention, in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Talk Saves Lives is a 30-minute presentation that gives participants an introductory view of suicide prevention. This evidence-based program was designed to help start the conversation about suicide and mental health and to provide participants with a basic understanding of what suicide is, who it affects, what we know about it and what can be done to prevent it.
Sundays in October, immediately following the matinee performance: Approximately 3 p.m.
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
This presentation is free and open to all - you do not need a ticket to join us!
*The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is presenting Talk Saves Lives and providing suicide prevention resources as a community education program and did not provide input into the content or production of Every Brilliant Thing.
About 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. 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 in our mission
For more information, visit their website here.
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