Prevent Suicide Spokane Coalition (PSSC) invites you to join them at the Let's Talk Suicide Conference with an internationally known speaker and filmmaker, Kevin Hines, on May 22, 2023 at the John J. Hemmingson Center located at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA. Lunch will be provided with your registration to this event. 
*THIS EVENT DOES NOT MEET THE SUICIDE PREVENTION REQUIREMENT.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

Kevin Hines’ story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder for us to love the life we have. Kevin is a multi-award-winning filmmaker, bestselling author as well as an award-winning global suicide prevention and mental health advocate. Two years after he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 19, he attempted to take his own life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. He is now one of only 36 people who’ve survived that 220-foot jump. Kevin's story is now the only evidence-based story of a suicide attempt survived. Though that fall would break his body, it did not break his spirit. Since that fateful day, Kevin has dedicated his life to spreading a message of hope and openly discussing mental health, oftentimes becoming a bridge between people who have made similar attempts and their parents, siblings, children, spouses and friends. Kevin released a memoir, "Cracked, Not Broken: Surviving and Thriving After A Suicide Attempt," in 2013 that went on to become a bestseller and produced the 2018 multi-award-winning documentary Suicide: The Ripple Effect. His compelling story has impacted diverse audiences at schools, corporations, law enforcement organizations, religious groups, the military, health care organizations and more. He has been told by thousands of people that his story helped saved their lives and he never takes that for granted. 

In 2016, Mental Health America awarded him its highest honor, the Clifford W. Beers Award, for his efforts to improve the lives of, and attitudes toward, people with mental illnesses. He was also awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the

National Council for Behavioral Health in partnership with Eli Lilly, and he was named a Voice Awards Fellow and Award Winner by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded him more than 30 military excellence medals as a civilian. We welcome anyone interested in learning about suicide prevention to attend this conference! In addition to Kevin’s keynote address, you will be able to choose from 4 different workshops during the day, and hear from various other community partners and speakers. They will share how they are involved with suicide prevention, and offer opportunities for you learn about preventative strategies, as well as come alongside, supporting family/friends/co-workers in need.

*More info on Kevin Hines HERE