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Reporting on suicide prevention

The latest statistics on suicide and guidance for journalists on how to report safely and accurately about suicide.

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Safe reporting guidelines for media

Access safe reporting tips and educational information to increase help-seeking and prevent suicide through news reporting.

Safe Reporting Saves Lives

AFSP offers a training session on safe reporting for reporters. To bring this free thirty minute training to your newsroom, contact your local AFSP chapter or view our Program Calendar.

Suicide statistics and fact sheets

Key statistics about suicide in the U.S with up-to-date fact sheets on suicide statistics in all 50 states.

About AFSP

Learn about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

Three-Year Strategic Plan

The three-year strategic plan, covering the 2023 – 2025 fiscal years, articulates five goals and key strategies that we will accomplish over the course of this plan.

Real Stories

The official blog of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Speaking out about suicide

Provides essential tips on how those impacted by suicide can share their story safely to best let others know they are not alone, and avoid the risk of contagion.

Sharing the AFSP story

Messaging document that includes AFSP’s mission, key messages, and positioning statement.

Brand guidelines

Guidelines for media to represent the AFSP brand.

AFSP Annual Report

View a detailed report of AFSP's programs, impact, and financial performance over the last fiscal year.

Press Releases

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Megan Thee Stallion Says “Check In On Your Friends” in New PSA With Seize the Awkward

Grammy Award-winning artist and philanthropist joins the national campaign, encouraging young adults to reach out to each other.

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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Shines Light on Reducing Mental Health and Suicide Stigma in Latinx and Hispanic Communities

AFSP is highlighting important ways to take action within the Latinx community to deepen awareness about suicide prevention and support those who may be struggling to find the help they need. 

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AUDACY’S MENTAL HEALTH BROADCAST, “I’M LISTENING,” RETURNS SEPTEMBER 20, 2023, TO DELIVER MORE CONVERSATIONS AND WAYS TO MAINTAIN MENTAL HEALTH

“Talk about it more…I feel like the more I’ve spoken about it, the more that my friends have opened up to me about it, and the less alone you feel.” - Ed Sheeran

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QB United Nonprofit Debuts to Support Charitable Initiatives; Launches Global Suicide Prevention Awareness Campaign as its First with 57 NFL Quarterback Greats

QB United's mission is to bring past and current NFL quarterbacks together as one united voice, which will amplify each quarterback's individual charitable efforts, while maximizing impact and ultimately saving lives.

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NEW YORK JETS DEFENSIVE END SOLOMON THOMAS AND DALLAS COWBOYS QUARTERBACK DAK PRESCOTT ALONG WITH THEIR FOUNDATIONS JOIN FORCES WITH LEADING MENTAL HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS TO EXPAND CRISIS SUPPORT DURING SUICIDE AWARENESS MONTH

This groundbreaking alliance aims to amplify access to free, around-the-clock mental health and crisis support for individuals in need, coinciding with National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.