AFSP is dedicated to preventing suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people. As a public health organization, AFSP believes that it is our individual and collective responsibility to support the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTQ people.
Peer Supports & Student Groups
It’s Real: College Students and Mental Health
The AFSP-produced film It’s Real: College Students and Mental Health is designed to raise awareness about mental health
New 2024 Virtual Training Series – Building Resilience: A Journey to Personal and Professional Well-Being
Join us for a new learning series titled “Building Resilience: A Journey to Personal and Professional Well-Being” led by Dr. Gloria Morrow. This series is an insightful journey designed for college professionals committed to elevating student well-being. Explore sessions that seamlessly weave personal and professional resilience, offering practical tools and strategies for navigating challenges. Discover […]
How to Talk to My Friends
Some conversations are “bigger” than others, and it’s normal to feel uncertain or worried about sharing something personal.
School Break Resources
School breaks offer a much-needed pause from academics and a busy school schedule
Mental Health Stories: Discover new perspectives
Short stories from celebrities about mental health
College Mental Health Toolkit
Tips for students on maintaining their mental health and well-being
Mental Health in College
Beginning college is an exciting time, but it’s also a time of greater independence and responsibility. This is true whether you are attending a local college or moving away from home.
How Schools Can Help Immigrant Students
Federal rules on immigrant youth and families can change rapidly, from Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Recently, schools are welcoming more immigrant families from all over the world due to violence and natural disasters. This resource provides basic information about eligibility for education services for different immigrant populations, and […]
What is a GSA club?
Genders & Sexualities Alliances, or GSAs for short, are student-run organizations that unite LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in their schools and communities. GSAs have evolved beyond their traditional role to serve as safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth in middle schools and high schools, and have emerged […]