The Overnight Walk

🏳️‍🌈 The LGBTQ+ community face significant health and behavioral health disparities, affecting their quality of care and willingness to seek support. To advocate for affirming and accepting care, join an Advocacy Action Day near you. Visit afsp.org/calendar

On #WorldHealthDay, we want to remind you that mental health is just as important as physical health.💙 Create space today to support your mental health — even if it's small. Get outside for five minutes, do a breathing exercise, or talk with a loved one who brings you joy.

It’s okay to ask for help. 988 is here for you.

Online therapy can open doors to professional mental health support but we know it can be overwhelming finding the right therapist. AFSP’s SVP of Research shares advice in a new article from AARP on what people should know when considering virtual therapy. bit.ly/4cnIeSC

Today is #NationalWalkAroundThingsDay! As you walk around things to prepare for The Overnight comment below a helpful song that gets you motivated!

Wednesday was #NationalWalkingDay. If you didn't walk yesterday there's always today! Get out there and WALK so you can be ready for the 16+ miles all night in Chicago on June 13th.

To support autistic individuals who may be struggling, it's important to know the suicide warning signs and risk factors and offer flexible support that meets them where they are. To learn more about autism and suicide, visit afsp.org/autism. 💙

On World Autism Day, we are recognizing how the autistic community faces a higher risk of suicide. 🧠

How are you doing? 💙 This #StressAwarenessMonth and beyond, remember to check in with yourself and others. It's okay to feel difficult emotions like stress. Focus on what's in your control and practice healthy coping techniques. You got this! 👏

#TransDayOfVisibility is dedicated to uplifting transgender, gender non-conforming, and nonbinary people, while recognizing the ongoing challenges they face. 🏳️‍⚧️ Today is a reminder to trans people that their experiences are valid, their voices matter, and they are loved.

A big thank you to everyone that joined our Kickoff Event earlier today! We appreciate all of our Overnight participants and can't wait Walk all night with you in Chicago on June 13th. TheOvernight.org/LearnMore

Today is your last chance to sign up for our Kickoff Event for the Chicago Overnight. The virtual event will take place tomorrow at 1:00 PM ET. You can ask questions, share your story, and meet others who are participating this summer. bit.ly/4smLDa5

The last time we Walked all night in Chicago was in 2009! Register now and join us as we Walk all night to stop suicide in a familiar city. #ThrowbackThursday TheOvernight.org/Register

Researchers Dr. Jane Pearson, Ph.D., and Dr. Holly Wilcox, Ph.D will be recognized for their suicide research advancements at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's 37th Annual Lifesavers Gala on May 7, 2026. Read more: afsp.org/story/leading-…

Last year, Dylan participated in his first Overnight Walk. At the New York City event, he shares that, while everyone's "why" is different, he is walking for himself. Join us in Chicago this year. Register at theovernight.org

Help these researchers, and more, continue making lifesaving strides to a world without suicide by making a gift at afsp.org/give

In recognition of #WomensHistoryMonth, we’ve rounded up some of the world’s leading women suicide prevention researchers, including some that investigate unique considerations women face in regard to suicide risk.

Women researchers are making history every day in the quest to learn more about suicide.

Advocacy Action Days are now in full swing! 💙 This year, advocating for legislation that equips healthcare professionals with the tools to recognize and support suicidal patients is a key priority. Find an event near you at afsp.org/calendar #AFSPadvocacy

The world is a better place with you in it.