At the ASR Suicide & Depression Studies Program, we are passionate about amplifying the voices of people with lived experience and increasing mental health literacy in the community. We host several public events throughout the year, which can be found on our website and social media channels.
Upcoming Events
Support is a Verb: The Role of Affirmation, Connection, and Inclusive Environment as Protective Factors for Suicide Among LGBTQ+ Young People
Public Lecture Series: Support is a Verb: The Role of Affirmation, Connection, and Inclusive Environment as Protective Factors for Suicide Among LGBTQ+ Young People
Presented by Dr. Myeshia Price
📆 Monday June 8, 2026
🕒 12:00pm EST
📍 Zoom – Register Here
👥 Open to all!
LGBTQ+ young people face higher rates of suicide risk because of discrimination, minority stress, and hostile social and political environments. At the same time, supportive relationships and affirming environments play a major role in reducing this risk. This presentation will explore protective factors liked to better mental health outcomes among LGBTQ+ young people, including family and peer acceptance, affirming school climate, and identity affirmation, among others. Suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth people is not solely about crisis intervention; it is fundamentally about creating affirming spaces in which young people can be seen, supported, protected, and allowed to exist authentically.
Learning Objectives
- Identity protective factors associated with suicide among LGBTQ+ youth
- Explain how affirming relationships and community support can reduce suicide risk among LGBTQ+ young people
- Examine the impact of structural factors, including policies and social environments, on LGBTQ+ young people’s mental health
- Discuss research-based strategies for creating affirming and supportive environments for LGBTQ+ young people
Register Today:
https://ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zqTY8R2pTZ6ZRj-QiZ8MAA
Past Events
Expressive Writing Workshop; World Suicide Prevention Day 2023
World Suicide Prevention Day 2018 | September 10, 2018
Stories Across the Lifespan | June 5, 2018
“The S Word” Documentary Screening | September 12, 2017
CASP Conference on Arts-Based Suicide Prevention | September 11, 2017
A Tribute to Chris Cornell | August 11, 2017
