Guest Speaker: UW Forefront
Many of us have confided in others during dark times, and vice versa. But it can feel awkward, if not downright frightening, not knowing what to do when a loved one or a peer shows suicide warning signs. Developed by Forefront, the five simple and effective LEARN® steps empower individuals to help others move in the direction of hope, recovery, and survival.

Amy Paulson’s passion is to inspire and equip others in the areas of mental health, parenting support, and leadership development. She currently serves as a Forefront in The Schools Program Specialist, Coach and Community Trainer. Her background includes 20+years of creating and facilitating parent education programs, crisis intervention, high school and higher ed mental health support in educational settings, community organizations, and in the corporate arena. Amy received her MSW from the University of Washington School of Social Work and is a Certified Professional Coach.