AFSP Idaho
The work we do focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide by: delivering innovative prevention programs, educating the public, raising funds for suicide research and programs, and reaching out to those who have lost someone to suicide.
About the AFSP Idaho Chapter
The AFSP Idaho chapter serves the entire great state of Idaho. Our work is led by our Board of Directors and our passionate volunteers all of whom actively share AFSP education and awareness programs to schools, organizations, companies, and community groups across the state, in addition to supporting Idahoans who have been touched by the tragedy of suicide.
The grassroots work we do focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide by:
- Delivering innovative prevention education programs – Program Calendar
- Advocating for public policies that are smart about mental health – Become an Advocate
- Raising funds for suicide research and programs – Research Connection
- Reaching out to those individuals who have lost someone to suicide – Loss and Healing
As a part of AFSP’s growing nationwide network of chapters, we bring together people from all backgrounds who want to prevent suicide in our communities. Families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, vulnerable individuals, mental health professionals, clergy, educators, students, community/business leaders, and many others energize our Chapter.
Our Chapter work in Idaho continues to grow, and we welcome anyone who would like to join our fight in turning the tide on suicide statistics. Please join our fight and our mission by volunteering and supporting the Idaho Chapter today.
Meet the individuals leading the Idaho Chapter!
Name: Shelly Brannen
Position: Member-At-Large
Email: [email protected]
Fun fact about Shelly: I rescued an Aussie/Blue Heeler double blue merle who is deaf and trained her with sign language.
Name: Dr. Heidi Senethavilay
Position: Member-At-Large
Email: [email protected]
Fun fact about Heidi: I thoroughly enjoy live events such as concerts, theater, and amusement parks - particularly ones with awesome roller coasters!
The AFSP Idaho chapter was founded in 2015 - click here to meet our Founding Members, and learn how they're still involved with AFSP Idaho today!
Chapter contact
[email protected] Tammy English
AFSP Director of Small Chapter Development
[email protected]
779-351-9583
Upcoming events and activities
Featured Programs
More Than Sad
More Than Sad has taught over a million students and educators how to be smarter about mental health.
It’s Real
It’s Real is a documentary featuring the stories of six college students from across the country.
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 help save lives.
About AFSP
Learn about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.
Books and films for loss survivors
A listing of books from which we hope loss survivors will find helpful information and guidance as they navigate their healing journey.
Healing Conversations:
Personal Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss
Healing Conversations gives survivors of suicide loss the opportunity to speak with volunteers, who are themselves loss survivors.
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Each year, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention supports hundreds of large and small events around the world, in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience.
Publications from our research
The following are publications that acknowledge the support of AFSP's research grants divided by year of publication.
Join the AFSP Idaho Chapter
Stories and updates
Raise money for a chance to win!
Raise money for a chance to win!
2023 State Capitol Day - Register Today!
Idaho State Capitol Day will take place at the Capitol in Boise on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Details and registration coming soon! Contact [email protected] with questions and/or interest in getting involved. Sign up here to become an AFSP advocate: https://afsp.org/become-a-suicide-prevention-public-policy-advocate
Miss Idaho USA 2023's Continued Support of AFSP
Miss Idaho USA 2023's Continued Support of AFSP
Advocates Gather in Boise to Be the Voice for Suicide Prevention
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and the eighth leading cause of death in Idaho.
Suicide Prevention Advocates to Visit Boise
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States, and it remains the eighth leading cause of death in Idaho.