Join the National Association of Counties (NACo) for a webinar, “County Initiatives for Suicide Prevention” on May 16, 3–4 PM EST.
Counties across the country are taking a proactive approach regarding suicide awareness and prevention. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on many peoples’ mental health and has exacerbated mental illnesses for those previously diagnosed. Join NACo during Mental Health Awareness Month to hear from counties implementing innovative and supportive programming geared toward suicide prevention and the de-stigmatization of mental health.
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
JESS HEGSTROM
Suicide Prevention Coordinator, Lewis and Clark County, Mont.
HON. LARRY JOHNSON
NACo President; Commissioner, DeKalb County, Ga.
RICK PADILLA
Suicide Prevention Administrator,
Denver Department of Public Health & Environment, Office of Community Behavioral Health
Every Maryland county is a member of the National Association of Counties (NACo), and all Maryland county elected officials and staff are invited to attend the webinar. Registration is required.
