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20 Things I’ve Learned from (Almost) 20 Overnight Walks for Suicide Prevention

In 2006, I lost my friend and eighth grade classmate Malaya to suicide. Just a year after Malaya died, AFSP brought the Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk to my hometown of New York City for the first time. This year, I’ll participate in my twentieth Overnight Walk. Here are some tips I’ve learned.

By Hannah Moch, AFSP New York City Chapter Board Member

Giving Thanks to Our Volunteers

We couldn’t accomplish all we do throughout the country without the support of our volunteers, many of whom have a personal connection to the cause. Their passion, support, and hard work makes all the difference and provides the backbone of community that is felt by more and more people every day.

By AFSP

One Night, One Goal: Commemorating AFSP’s 25th Overnight Walk

We’re commemorating a major milestone this year, the 25th Overnight Walk, with one special event in New York City on June 20, 2020.

By Erin Kenny, AFSP Manager, Out of the Darkness Walks