The Overnight Walk

Everyone's journey with grief is different. 💙 El proceso de duelo de cada persona es diferente. 💙

"As a Hispanic woman, Denisse is no stranger to discrimination. ""There are many parallels between advocating for mental illness and advocating for minorities and those who are being discriminated against"" Read: afsp.org/story/being-th… #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth"

It's not too early to start thinking about the 2026 Overnight Walk. Make sure to Save Your Spot at TheOvernight.org/SaveASpot so you'll be the first to know about next year's Walk!

Conversations about race and racism are critical. Chinwé Williams shares tips for talking to your child about race and mental health in ways that empower both you and your child. Read the blog: afsp.org/story/talking-… #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth

Historically marginalized people deserve to feel safe, cared for, and uplifted –– not just in July, during Minority Mental Health Month, but all year. We hope you join us this month and beyond, in the fight to stop suicide and raise awareness about mental health.

Markita experienced suicide loss of a family member three times. Now, as a mother and AFSP volunteer, Markita is educating her children and community on mental health and race stigma’s impact on suicide prevention. Read: afsp.org/story/unspoken… #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth

AFSP’s Long-Term Survivors of Suicide Loss Summit returns ONE YEAR TODAY, July 16–19, 2026 in Baltimore, MD. A space for connection, healing, and growth for those further along in their grief. We're planning now — share topic ideas you’d like to see below! #LivingOurStory

Learn more at afsp.org/letssavelives

🗨️ LSL participants’ confidence and willingness to engage in suicide preventative behaviors increased after the program. ☎️ After attending the program, LSL participants are more likely to reach out for help if they are concerned about someone else or are struggling themselves.

That's why we're excited to share the impact of our program L.E.T.S. Save Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention for Black and African American Communities. We found that: 💙 LSL has reached 1,900 people since its launch in February 2024.

Measuring impact is critical in ensuring that we are effectively carrying out our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

At The Overnight, a picture is worth a thousand STEPS! 👟 Share your photos and videos below of our 30th NYC Overnight Walk.

If you participated in our 2025 NYC Overnight Walk, please take some time to complete our survey that was emailed to all registered participants! The survey will be closing soon and we want to hear your feedback and helpful ideas.💙

Save Your Spot for the 2026 Overnight Walk to be the first to know next year's date and location! TheOvernight.org/SaveASpot

We already miss you! Let's take a look back on our 30th Overnight Walk in NYC.

Acknowledging the unique mental health challenges and barriers youth face is critical in fighting suicide. 💙 Check in with your child, friend, family, and loved ones.

Learn more about this study from Dr. Yovanska Duarte-Velez: afsp.org/grant/a-new-cl… #Science2StopSuicide

This #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth, we're highlighting the importance of cultural inclusion. This AFSP-funded research followed high schoolers in Puerto Rico and the effect of culturally sensitive outpatient treatment.