Sources of Strength

08/21/2025

Lots of yall are getting your trainings on the calendar which means you might be thinking about Peer Leader recruitment! Here are some things a young person may need to hear when you invite them to be a part of your work. What else would you add?

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08/20/2025

A mindful blessing from our CEO, Scott LoMurray, as we transition into the school year ahead 💕

This morning our family snapped the yearly first day of school photos and walked together alongside friends and neighbors to the school. Hugging my children tight before they stepped into the building, I was mindful of the incredible power and potential of a school.

08/12/2025

Happy International Youth Day! We’re so privileged to work with young people who thier power, voice, and talents to better the lives of those around them. Thier wisdom is incredible!

What’s one of the wisest things you’ve learned from a young person? Tell us below!

07/31/2025

New episode alert!

I had the honor of sitting down with Scott LoMurray, CEO of Sources of Strength, on this week’s Hope Illuminated podcast.
We explored how their upstream, peer-led model is changing the game in su***de prevention—and now the science backs it up.

*29% fewer su***de attempts
*Fewer su***de deaths
*A cultural shift driven by connection and trust

This is one of the most hopeful, evidence-based movements in our field. Take a listen and help us spread the word: https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/152

07/31/2025

07/31/2025

What if su***de prevention wasn’t just about stopping tragedy—but about building lives worth living?

“We can’t prevent one of the leading causes of death without cultivating the leading causes of life.” — Scott LoMurray of

This is one of my favorite takeaways from this week’s Hope Illuminated podcast episode.
Listen in and feel inspired by a vision of a well world:
https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/152

***dePrevention

07/30/2025

ENTER TO WIN!

Shout out your Positive Friend by this Sunday, August 3rd for the chance to win one of our BRAND NEW SOURCES TSHIRTS!

07/30/2025

We’re so grateful for this thoughtful, hope-filled conversation between Dr. Sally Speaks and our CEO, Scott LoMurray.

This episode of Hope Illuminated dives into what makes upstream, peer-led prevention so powerful—and now the research is catching up to what so many communities have felt all along.

➡️ 29% fewer su***de attempts
➡️ Measurable reductions in su***de deaths
➡️ A culture shift rooted in connection, trust, and strength

This is a conversation we hope every school, system, and community hears.

🎧 Tune in here: https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated.../152

***dePrevention

New episode alert!

I had the honor of sitting down with Scott LoMurray, CEO of Sources of Strength, on this week’s Hope Illuminated podcast.
We explored how their upstream, peer-led model is changing the game in su***de prevention—and now the science backs it up.

*29% fewer su***de attempts
*Fewer su***de deaths
*A cultural shift driven by connection and trust

This is one of the most hopeful, evidence-based movements in our field. Take a listen and help us spread the word: https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illuminated-podcast/152

07/29/2025

Love seeing Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado students leading the way with strength, creativity, and connection!

We’re so inspired by the powerful campaigns these Peer Leaders are rolling out—and so grateful for the partners helping to make it happen.

💚 Students leading the way to a well world! Back in May, students from 10 Jeffco middle and high schools gathered to celebrate their dedication to wellness, belonging and su***de prevention through the Sources of Strength program.

This program empowers students to roll out creative campaigns that make every student feel seen and supported — and it’s now recognized with a new strong evidence base and a spot on the TIME 100 most influential in health!

A huge thank you to Olive Garden and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Office of Su***de Prevention for helping make this event possible. 🌟

07/08/2025

Do you want to be apart of spreading messages of Hope, Help and Strength at the National level? We would love for you to apply to the 2025/2026 Peer Leader Advisory Council!

We’re looking for motivated, compassionate, and high school and university students who want to:
✅ Share ideas
✅ Provide feedback
✅ Plan campaigns
✅ Help amplify youth voices
✅ Building meaningful connections among Peer Leaders nationwide

📝 Peer Leaders Apply now: https://airtable.com/appAUqKAql6q4GKEO/shr7yqJNemDpuaApE?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLanbBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpw4RCDdIcUtP7FIdodOoeqkcnXhaD2fJ4AuI8hBD9tSY1YF1T9hJXGFqzgqi_aem_6r3n6RYtOvmY8BOR7moWyw

📅 Deadline:September 19, 2025
🔗 Questions? DM us or email: PLAC@sourcesofstrength.org
Let your voice be heard. Let your leadership shine. 💪

07/08/2025

Tag a friend and challenge them to text a Positive Friend they’re grateful for!

07/02/2025

Girls will be like…

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