The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Louisiana Chapter (AFSP Louisiana) is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP Louisiana creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:
- Funding scientific research. This year, AFSP has funded $8.4 million in groundbreaking suicide prevention research.
- Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention. In 2023, AFSP Louisiana educated over 6,000 students, parents, educators, law enforcement officials, business leaders, and community members.
- Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention. AFSP Louisiana engages over 400 Field Advocates who help affect change at all levels of government.
- Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide. We continue to provide hope and healing to suicide loss survivors through our Healing Conversations program and International Survivors of Suicide Loss Days events.
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.
Thank you for joining the fight against suicide!
If you are in a crisis, please call the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dial 9-8-8 from any phone or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
Please contact Meghan Goldbeck at mgoldbeck@afsp.org with any questions regarding AFSP Louisiana and the Run For It Program.
