In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler is joined by Lauren Calabrese and Anne Nowak of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Western New York Chapter for an in‑depth conversation about suicide prevention, education, and hope. The guests discuss AFSP’s free, evidence‑informed programs, common warning signs and risk factors, how to have honest conversations with loved ones, and how to use the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. They also preview the Buffalo Out of the Darkness Walk at Canalside, highlighting how the event brings the community together to honor loved ones, reduce stigma, and support mental health education and research.