What We Do
AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Nebraska Chapter is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:
Funding scientific research
Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention
Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention
Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide in our mission
In Nebraska we:
Provide free suicide prevention training to create communities that are smart about mental health.
Provide free community outreach and resources by tabling at events, expos and wellness fairs.
Advocate to make mental health and suicide prevention a priority.
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Volunteer Opportunities
| Programs and Education Committee/Firearms & Suicide Prevention Committee |
Repeats on the first Wednesday of the month 13 times. Wednesday, January 1, 2020 - 6:30pm |
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| Advocate for Suicide Prevention |
Repeats on the first Sunday of the month 12 times. Sunday, January 5, 2020 (All day) |
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| Chapter Meetings |
Repeats on the third Tuesday of the month during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November 24 times. Tuesday, January 21, 2020 - 6:15pm |
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| Cinco de Mayo Parade | Saturday, May 2, 2020 - 8:30am | Read more » |
| Omaha Out of the Darkness Walk | Saturday, September 12, 2020 (All day) | Read more » |
Upcoming Events
| Omaha Out of the Darkness Walk |
September 12, 2020 - 9:00am to 1:00pm |
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| Omaha Surivivor Day |
November 21, 2020 - 11:30am to 2:00pm |
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