Communities across America are changed permanently by suicide, and Northeast Wisconsin is no different. Men and women of all ages are susceptible to mental health issues that could lead to thoughts of suicide, and the stigma around talking about this topic prevents many from seeking help and support.
NewVoices Choir (formerly White Heron Chorale) has selected suicide awareness as the topic for their fall concert, which includes a series of community engagement activities and discussion opportunities. Learn more about the effort, and how music can make difficult conversations a little easier, from newVoices singer and board member, Mary Schmidt.