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What You Can Do

SPAN USA is about turning awareness to action! 

There are many things you can do to make a difference in helping to prevent future suicides in America--- even things you can do right this minute. If you do just one thing today, make sure you take the first step by signing up to join our network.

There are thousands of lives at stake—and simply no time to waste.  Here are a several ways that YOU can start making a difference right now!

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  1. Sign-up to join SPAN USA’s network

Get informed:

  1. Educate yourself about suicide and suicide prevention
  2. Read recent local suicide prevention news
  3. Learn about advocacy or see how public policy can help prevent suicide
  4. Sign up to receive Action E-Alerts to stay informed about legislative updates

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  1. Encourage a friend to visit SPAN USA’s website
  2. Alert the media or utilize our media resources to help spread the word
  3. Display a SPAN USA web sticker on your webpage
  4. Contact your elected officials about important suicide prevention legislation

Connect with your community:

  1. Contact your local Field Liaison or apply to become a Field Liaison  
  2. Contact your local Lifekeeper Memory Quilt organizer or apply to become one yourself
  3. Learn what’s happening in your state for suicide prevention
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  5. Plan to attend a local or national suicide prevention event

Show your support:

  1. Make an online donation to support SPAN USA’s work
  2. Create a personal fundraising webpage to support suicide prevention
  3. Wear Lifekeeper Jewelry or a suicide prevention pin to show your support

Remember, suicide affects every community--- and everyone can make a difference.

Take action now, and help us open minds, change policy, and save lives!