Our Mission: To end the epidemic of youth suicide, especially for young people of color, by transforming the way we communicate and connect about mental health.
Are you in crisis or need to talk to someone?
TEXT “home" to 741741 or CALL 1-800-273-8255 24 hours a day 7 days a week
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WE WORK TOGETHER
WE CONNECT. WE SHARE.
For leaders of young people of color, The Defensive Line is the mental health community that empowers lifesaving connections.
MAKE AN IMPACT
YOUR SUPPORT IS IMPORTANT
You have the opportunity to impact the lives of young people of color struggling with suicide. For black boys ages 13-19, suicide rates are rising 60%. For black girls, 182%. (CDC).
