The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics ​has partnered with the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to establish a community of Suicide Prevention Ambassadors across the United States and Puerto Rico. 

Chapter ambassadors will be trained in strategies described in the Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention, via monthly ECHO sessions, and work together to provide leadership and subject matter expertise, engage community members, and support AAP and AFSP chapter activities related to youth suicide prevention.

The funds for this project will be used to meet the following goals:

• Increase awareness of youth suicide prevention strategies and resources among PA providers and school personnel and families.
• Explore opportunities to foster connections between PA AAP members and community partners and/or parent organizations.

PA AAP and AFSP Youth Suicide Prevention Ambassadors: 

• Dr. Erich Batra (PA AAP)
• Dr. Jamie Zelazny (PA AFSP)

Please reach out to Anna Brasch, Executive Assistant, at [email protected] with any questions regarding youth suicide prevention or the project. 

Resources:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Key Messages
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Frequently Asked Questions
Toolkit for Providers
Toolkit for Caregivers
Toolkit for Youth
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