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Virtual Event: Intro to Suicide Prevention in the LGBTQ Community
February 16 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AKST
Community-based presentation that covers what we know about this leading cause of death, the most up-to-date research on prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn about:
Suicide risk and its unique considerations for LGBTQ people
Recognizing suicide risk factors and warning signs for LGBTQ people
Protective factors that can help lower the suicide rate
The latest research related to LGBTQ suicide prevention
How to seek and offer support for yourself or others
Crisis resources and services for the LGBTQ community
What communities can do to support LGBTQ people
**For virtual presentations, a Zoom link will be send 1-2 days prior to the presentation date.
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