American Foundation for Suicide Prevention National Advocacy Forum Brings Together Suicide Prevention Advocates from Across the Country
May 25, 2022 – 1 min read
By AFSP
WASHINGTON (MAY 24, 2022) – On June 7, 2022, the nation's largest private suicide prevention organization, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), is hosting a virtual National Advocacy Forum to encourage legislators to prioritize suicide prevention and mental health policies that we know can save lives.
It also brings together 200 AFSP volunteer Field Advocates from across the country to learn about federal legislation and advocate for policies with members of Congress.
WHEN: 3 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, June 7, 2022
WHERE: View live event here. This portion of the event is free and open to the public and media.
To view the full agenda, confirmed speakers, and register for the event, visit the 13th Annual Advocacy Forum event page.
WHAT: AFSP’s top policy priorities will be highlighted including suicide prevention and screenings in emergency departments and funding to support the implementation of the new 988 number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and crisis response system.
WHO: The event will include pre-recorded remarks from members of Congress, including Sen. Lisa Murkowski [AK], Rep. Gus Bilirakis [FL-12], Rep. Jamie Raskin [MD-8], Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester [DE-At Large] and Rep. Tony Cárdenas [CA-29]. Remarks from NFL players and mental health advocates Dak Prescott and Solomon Thomas will also be included, along with remarks from leading experts representing emergency medicine and mental health organizations.
To sign up as a volunteer AFSP Field Advocate and to receive regular updates on this year’s virtual Forum and future events, visit afsp.org/advocate.
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Media contact: María de los Ángeles Corral, 917-439-2946, mcorral@afsp.org
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have had a loss. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, with an Advocacy office in Washington, DC, AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.