174-Kolby from Stop Soldier Suicide

Sean and Kolby talk about:

(2:33) Stop Soldier Suicide’s Mission as a Non-Profit to reduce the military’s suicide rate through free telehealth services

(17:24) How Stop Soldier Suicide aids service members to overcome Adverse Childhood Experiences

(25:30) Hoping to help other families to not experience loss through the Black Box Project where cell phones of those lost to suicide are analyzed by forensics teams for patterns in digital behaviors leading up to suicide

(38:17) The effectiveness and types of Facebook Challenges as a fundraiser for Stop Soldier Suicide

(53:40) Stop Soldier Suicide’s fiscal responsibility, transparency, impact, and ratings including a platinum seal of transparency from Guide Star

(1:11:30) the fall of Afghanistan dramatically increasing help request forms, which can be filled out by yourself or by a friend/family member

(1:30:01) the importance of checking in with the veterans and service members in their life and the creation of a sub-brand Roger with the hope of reaching those who may see the word suicide in the company as a barrier to receiving help 

 

Get 2 Know more about Stop Soldier Suicide:

Stop Soldier Suicide (main page) 

Facebook Challenges

Black Box Project

Get Help Request Form

Talking Points

 

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