Advocacy Action Day season has us reflecting on last year's lifesaving impact made by our volunteer advocates. 💙

We're grateful for all the advocates who have and will continue to create change and drive important conversations with their representatives. #AFSPadvocacy

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If you or someone you know is struggling during this time, dial 988, reach out to The Trevor Project Lifeline by texting "START" to 678-678, or visit afsp.org/lgbtq for support. You are not alone, we promise.

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Say it with us: advocacy saves lives. 🗣️

Advocates that attend AFSP Advocacy Action Days truly help us further our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

Join us at an Advocacy Action Day near you at afsp.org/calendar

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Say it with us: advocacy saves lives. 🗣️

Advocates that attend AFSP Advocacy Action Days truly help us further our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

Join us at an Advocacy Action Day near you at afsp.org/calendar

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TAKE ACTION to Strengthen Behavioral Health Crisis Response in Missouri Join AFSP advocates across Missouri by urging lawmakers to support HB 3131, which strengthens crisis response through co‑responder teams, improved officer and dispatcher training, and a new grant fund...

Join me in supporting @AFSPMissouri by urging legislators to support HB 3131 to improve protocols for mental health emergencies response and ensure Missourians statewide, especially in underserved communities, can access safe and effective crisis care. #AFSPadvocacy afsp.quorum.us/campaign/158...

Advocacy Action Days are now in full swing! 💙

This year, advocating for legislation that equips healthcare professionals with the tools to recognize and support suicidal patients is a key priority.

Find an event near you at afsp.org/calendar

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Advocacy Action Days are now in full swing! 💙

This year, advocating for legislation that equips healthcare professionals with the tools to recognize and support suicidal patients is a key priority.

Find an event near you at afsp.org/calendar

#AFSPadvocacy

We all have a role to play in suicide prevention.💙 📣

Each year between January and May, our chapters host Advocacy Action Days in state capitals across the country.

Find an Advocacy Action Day event near you at afsp.org/calendar

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Together, we can make strides in suicide prevention in our school systems. 💙📣

Advocate for this cause and more at your local Advocacy Action Day. Find an event near you at afsp.org/calendar

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Anyone can be an advocate. The only requirement? Passion 💙
You don’t need to be an expert or have tons of time. Even one minute a day can make a difference.

Learn how to get involved: afsp.org/advocacy

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Thank your lawmakers: afsp.quorum.us/campaign/153...

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This January through May, join thousands of Volunteer Advocates at state capitals nationwide for Advocacy Action Days and meet with state officials to raise awareness about suicide prevention policies.

Find an event near you: afsp.org/calendar

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Last night, the administration announced the reversal of the decision to terminate thousands of SAMHSA grants — a major victory for suicide prevention.

We are deeply grateful to all who stayed informed and took action.

Stay involved: afsp.org/advocate

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We are deeply alarmed by the Administration’s decision to terminate federal grants that fund critical suicide prevention and behavioral health services and call for the immediate reversal of this decision.

Read our full statement: afsp.org/story/americ...

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Volunteer Advocates Mobilize Nationwide to Urge Lawmakers to Support State-level Suicide Prevention Policies Hosted annually by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), Advocacy Action Days are an opportunity for volunteers to share their experiences, bring hope to those affected by suicide, an...

Nationwide, advocates will meet with their state public officials to share their personal stories and connections to the cause for Advocacy Action Days. 📣 These powerful stories have the potential to make a difference.

Read: afsp.org/story/volunt...

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AFSP’s Priority Legislation Sees New Momentum on Capitol Hill Thanks to the incredible advocacy of AFSP's passionate Volunteer Advocates, we’ve seen new progress on our priority legislation since the 2025 Advocacy Forum earlier this summer.

Your voice can save lives.📣

We’ve seen new momentum on lifesaving legislation thanks to the incredible advocacy of our passionate Volunteer Advocates, both at the in-person Advocacy Forum and through our Action Center.

Read: https://bit.ly/47PvlPD

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We need your help to ensure federal lawmakers prioritize life-saving programs like @988Lifeline and the CDC’s Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program.

Message your legislators: afsp.org/advocacy

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Advocate for suicide prevention Learn how American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Volunteer Advocates are helping our public policy office in Washington, D.C. to pass suicide prevention policies that will save lives.

We need your help to ensure federal lawmakers prioritize life-saving programs like @988lifeline.bsky.social and the CDC's Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program.

Message your legislators: afsp.org/advocacy

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We’re in Washington, D.C., bringing stories and
solutions to Congress. Suicide prevention must be a
national priority. #AFSPAdvocacy #StopSuicide

Today is #FirearmSuicidePreventionDay.

85-90% of suicide attempts with a firearm are fatal. Secure storage can provide time and distance from lethal means during crises and save lives.

Learn more at afsp.org/firearms-policy and bradyunited.org/firearm-suicide-prevention-day

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AFSP is proud to cosponsor today's congressional reception, "To Milestones & Momentum: Maternal Mental Health and Suicide Prevention," where we are celebrating progress, discussing next steps for supporting families, and exploring solutions to prevent maternal suicide.

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Right now, leading AFSP Volunteers are on Capitol Hill advocating for lifesaving suicide prevention programs for the upcoming FY 2026 budget, like the @988lifeline.bsky.social and the CDC's Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program.

Message your legislators: afsp.org/advocacy

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From Spreadsheets to State Capitols: Using Data to Propel Suicide Prevention Advocacy As the qualitative data intern with AFSP’s national headquarters and a volunteer with the North Carolina Chapter, I not only had the opportunity to attend the North Carolina Advocacy Action Day in…

By combining their love for data and advocacy, Alaka’i Bene reminds us that we all can help fight suicide prevention.

Alaka'i shares their memorable experience at AFSP's Advocacy Action Day and how they connected this opportunity to their passion for data.

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Last month I spoke at AFSP’s Advocacy Forum on using data and stories to drive change. Today, 988’s LGBTQ+ line was shut down. Advocacy matters, and it’s important to speak up. Join us in telling Congress to continue this important funding! afsp.quorum.us/campaign/12316…
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Today, the national LGBTQ+ youth suicide lifeline is officially discontinued.

988 is still here if you need mental health support. LGBTQ+ youth can also reach a trained counselor at @trevorproject.bsky.social Lifeline by calling 1-866-488-7386 or texting START to 678 678.

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Today marks the 3-year anniversary of 988. ☎️🫶

AFSP was one of the partners leading the charge for a 3-digit hotline that provides an effective alternative to 911 for individuals experiencing a suicide, mental health, or substance use crisis.

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Ending the federal LGBTQ+ suicide prevention line is a public health failure Ending the federal LGBTQ+ suicide prevention line is a public health failure, write two leaders in prevention and crisis response.

"Culturally competent care improves access, engagement, and outcomes. When people feel seen, they are more likely to reach out...and return to health professionals," shares Christine Yu Moutier with @statnews.com.

Read: www.statnews.com/2025/07/12/e...

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AFSP strongly denounces today’s action by Congress to enact deep cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing access to mental health and substance use care for millions of Americans. We urge lawmakers to reverse course and protect Medicaid access.

Read: afsp.org/story/americ...

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This week I presented at the @afspnational.bsky.social Advocacy Forum and joined 250+ advocates on Capitol Hill. From impact communication to policy change to evaluation, I’m grateful for the variety in my work and the many ways we advance suicide prevention. #AFSPAdvocacy

Right now, hundreds of Volunteer Advocates gather for our Advocacy Forum to speak with Congress members about the Saving Our Veterans Lives Act and the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act.

Learn more: afsp.org/forum25

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