We know there is a massive silence and stigma related to the conversation of suicide and depression in many of our communities. Many believe the tongue has power, therefore feeling that talking about suicide would cause a person to attempt to take their life. When we know it’s the opposite, people want to be heard, and we all have the power to “Speak Life” into them.
Did you know that Black youth under the age of 13 are twice as likely to die by suicide than their peers of other racial demographics ?
“The U.S. Black population experienced an 18.8% increase in age-adjusted suicide rates during 2018-2021 and a 39.1% increase among Black persons aged 15-29.”
QPR – Question, Persuade, and Refer – is a FREE suicide prevention training designed to give every person in our community the confidence and competence to help someone at risk for suicide.
Anyone can learn to recognize the warning signs of an at-risk individual, offer hope, and get help.
Learn about the important work of The Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation and get trained in QPR while you enjoy a FREE yummy breakfast and community conversation.