L.E.T.S Save Lives: A Black and African American Suicide Awareness Webinar

Hosted by the Hot Springs Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., this FREE and impactful webinar addressmed one of the most urgent issues in our community—suicide awareness and prevention among Black and African Americans.

Why This Matters:

Suicide is the third leading cause of death among Black youth, and the rates of suicide among Black men and women have risen sharply over the last decade. Cultural stigma, lack of access to mental health resources, and silent suffering have made it harder for many in our communities to seek help.

During this informative session, we exploded

✅ The prevalence of suicide in Black and African American communities

✅ How to recognize the warning signs of self-harm or suicidal thoughts

✅ Practical ways to support loved ones who may be struggling

✅ Tools and resources to help break the silence and stigma around mental health

Featured Speaker:

We were honored to welcome Ms. Kionti Traylor, Program Manager of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Arkansas, who will guide this critical conversation with expertise and compassion.

 The L.E.T.S. (Listen, Empathy, Trust, Support) Save Lives Program educated participants on mental health and suicide prevention through activity-based learning. 

The Hot Springs Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted a HEALTH FEST 2025 in collaboration with Union Missionary Baptist Church— a dynamic community health and wellness event.

This FREE event brought together a variety of physical and mental health organizations to provide health awareness, education, and essential services.

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