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Author: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - National Capital Area Chapter

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide through research, education, advocacy, and support. Serving Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter works to advance mental health awareness and suicide prevention in our community. Together, we can save lives. Volunteer, attend an event, advocate, donate, or help spread awareness: afsp.org/NCAC.


Walk for Hope: D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk Returns October 17

Published October 6, 2026 at 10:45AM
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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Washington, D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk returns to the Lincoln Memorial on October 17th, bringing together thousands of community members united by hope and a commitment to a world without suicide.

Whether you’re walking in memory of someone you’ve lost, honoring your own journey, supporting a loved one, or simply showing up for your community, every step funds lifesaving research, education, and advocacy.

Join the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health:

Register | Donate | Sponsor | Volunteer: afsp.org/DC

If you are in crisis, please call, text, or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

https://www.youtube.com/afspnational

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This World Suicide Prevention Day, Take a Step Towards Hope

Published September 10, 2026 at 10:45AM
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in preventing suicide. Change begins with everyday heroes like you who help build a community of hope, connection, and support. Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) in making a meaningful impact and saving lives.

On October 17th, thousands of lifesavers are coming together at the Lincoln Memorial to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health at the AFSP National Capital Area Chapter’s 19th Annual Washington, D.C. Out of the Darkness Walk.

Whether you walk in memory of someone you’ve lost, in honor of your own journey, in support of a loved one, or simply to stand with our community, every step funds critical research, advocacy, programs, and resources that save lives. Together, we can turn awareness into action, stigma into understanding, and hope into healing.

Register | Donate | Sponsor | Volunteer: afsp.org/DC

If you are in crisis, please call, text, or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

https://www.youtube.com/afspnational

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