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2024 AFSP-NCAC Chapter Leadership Awards

AFSP National Capital Area

The AFSP National Capital Area Chapter serves the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. areas.

About the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's (AFSP) mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. With a nationwide presence, we lead the fight to stop suicide through research, education and community programs, advocacy, and support for those impacted by suicide. The National Capital Area Chapter (NCAC) serves Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., working to create a culture in our community that is smart about mental health. 

We here at the AFSP-NCAC are at the forefront of suicide prevention. As a voluntary organization, our grassroots efforts engage families, mental health professionals, community and local business leaders, school administrators, and others interested in supporting our mission. Funds raised support our lifesaving work.

Please join us in the fight to stop suicide and give the gift of hope by volunteering, registering for an event or program, advocating, donating, sponsoring, or sharing about our organization! 

2023 NCAC Impact Flyer

Chapter contact

Ellen Shannon
Executive Director
[email protected]
Kelly Mahoney
Special Events Manager
[email protected]

Upcoming events and activities

  • Marymount University Campus Walk

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  • Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention (Presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • Gallaudet University Campus Walk

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  • Virginia Theological Seminary Campus Walk

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  • Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention (Presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • Lifesavers Appreciation Celebration

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  • Learn to Table for AFSP

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  • AFSP-NCAC Volunteer Orientation!

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  • Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health (presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention (presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health (presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health (presented by AFSP-NCAC)

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  • National Capital Area Paws for Prevention

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  • Prince William Walk

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  • Loudoun Walk

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  • Fairfax Walk

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  • Washington DC Walk

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  • Looking for even more? See all AFSP virtual programs across the country.

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Talk Saves Lives™

Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention is a community-based presentation that covers the general scope of suicide, the research on prevention, and what people can do to fight suicide.

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It’s Real

It’s Real is a documentary featuring the stories of six college students from across the country.

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More Than Sad

More Than Sad has taught over a million students and educators how to be smarter about mental health.

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Stories and updates

AFSP-NCAC Out of the Darkness Community Walks

National Capital Area Community Walks Fight Suicide: Register Today!

Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in the fight to stop suicide. Register today for an Out of the Darkness Community Walk near you!

Washington, D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk

Volunteering with AFSP-NCAC!

When you volunteer with AFSP-NCAC, you join thousands who share your passion for saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Learn more about how to get involved, and become a critical part of our mission.

2024 NCAC Board Retreat

Meet the NCAC Leadership

Meet the AFSP NCAC Board of Directors, striving toward a world without suicide one step at a time right here in the National Capital Area!

AFSP-GW

AFSP George Washington University Student Group

Learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) student chapter at The George Washington University, and how to get involved! Our mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Together we believe we can create a GW culture that is smart about mental health.

I'm here to talk, I'm here to listen.

Local Resources for Seeking Help / Encontrar Ayuda

Learn more about local suicide prevention resources for those struggling and looking for mental health support in the national capital area.