Attend a viewing of My Ascension, a Documentary Film to Spread Hope and Fight Suicide. This impactful and ultimately hopeful film centers around the experiences of Emma Benoit and presents firsthand experiences of families, friends, school officials, and suicide prevention experts. Together, we can spread hope and fight suicide.
This event is sponsored by the Charles E. Kubly Foundation, the Student Social Work Association, and the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare. Light snacks will be served. The film is 90 minutes. Talkback to follow film.
Agenda
- 5:00 to 5:15 p.m. – Doors open and light snacks
- 5:15 to 5:30 p.m. – Introductions
- 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. – Screening of My Ascension
- 7:00 to 7:45 p.m. – Talkback
- 7:45 to 8:00 p.m. – Closing
If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the 988 Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States. Call or text 988 anytime 24/7.
UW-Milwaukee students, if you or a loved one is facing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate support, call or text UW Mental Health Support 24/7 at 888-531-2142.
Milwaukee County residents, call the Milwaukee County Crisis Line 24/7 at 414-257-7222.
UW-Milwaukee students, if you or a loved one is facing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate support, call or text UW Mental Health Support 24/7 at 888-531-2142.
Milwaukee County residents, call the Milwaukee County Crisis Line 24/7 at 414-257-7222.
Preventing Suicide – Film and Discussion
Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024
5:00 to 8:30 p.m.
5:00 to 8:30 p.m.
UW-Milwaukee Student Union
Alumni Fireside Lounge
2200 E Kenwood Ave. #W140
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Alumni Fireside Lounge
2200 E Kenwood Ave. #W140
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Contact
- Lexy Lunger (she/her) President, Student Social Work Association
- rtlunger@uwm.edu