Macy's Mission Every One: In Support of Trevor's Life-Saving Work

After years of planning, advocating and communicating, 988, the new three-digit code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, went live today. As of today, people across the country can dial 9-8-8 if they are experiencing a mental or behavioral health emergency and connect to the help they need. The launch of the 988 lifeline is a watershed moment for transforming the U.S.’ crisis care system and provides the opportunity for safe, accessible, equitable care — supported by local mobile crisis teams. This will hopefully make accessing mental health crisis services easier for those in need, and The Trevor Project is…

By Jaymes Black (they/she/he pronouns), CEO of The Trevor Project To The Trevor Project Community: I grew up in a traditional, religious family in South Texas, which was hard for me as a young queer person. I was lonely, awkward, afraid, and grappled with my identity; I desperately needed a support network like The Trevor Project, but it didn’t exist yet. I came to lead The Trevor Project because I am deeply, personally invested in its work to support LGBTQ+ young people in crisis. Today, I’d like to share my observations and vision for the future of our vital organization.   …