YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION
GABRIELA VARGAS,
FOUNDER
Gabriela Vargas was born in Zacatecas, Mexico, she shares the challenges of fellow immigrants, growing up bi-culturally as an undocumented child in the suburb of Palatine, IL.
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ALEJANDRO J. RAMIREZ,
CO-FOUNDER
Alejandro Jemel Ramirez is a native of Fontana, California with roots from Chihuahua and Durango, Mexico. Apart from sharing two households
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Founded in 2022, the National Hispanic Suicide Prevention Inc., was initially born at Poiema Studio in downtown Elgin, and officially launched in Schaumburg, Illinois as a suicide prevention training business, a partnership between founder Gabriela Vargas and co-founder Alejandro Ramirez.
With the mentorship of Score mentor, George Safford, NHSPN is now an established Non-Profit organization serving the same purpose, now supported by the leadership of a new board of directors.
As of 2023, NHSPN is happy to relocate its headquarters to its first home, Poiema Studio, at 21 S. Spring St. Elgin, IL 60120.
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CORE VALUES
Our Core Values: Building Trust through Empathy, Transparency, Collaboration, and Accountability
At NHSPN, we believe that trust is the cornerstone of our work in supporting mental health and suicide prevention. We are committed to upholding these four core values, which foster strong connections and build trust within our community:
1. Empathy: We approach our work with deep empathy, recognizing the unique challenges and experiences of individuals and communities affected by mental health issues. We strive to listen, understand, and respond with compassion, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
2. Transparency: We value transparency and open communication. We are dedicated to providing clear and honest information about our mission, goals, activities, and outcomes. Through regular updates and sharing of progress, we aim to build trust by keeping our community informed every step of the way.
3. Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration and collective action. By partnering with community organizations, mental health professionals, advocates, and those directly impacted by mental health challenges, we can create meaningful change together. We actively seek opportunities to work collaboratively, combining our strengths and expertise to address the complex issues surrounding mental health.
4. Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and decisions. We are committed to operating with integrity and ethical standards, ensuring that the needs and concerns of our community are addressed promptly and effectively. We regularly evaluate our programs and initiatives to ensure that we are delivering on our promises and continuously improving our services.
Through these core values of empathy, transparency, collaboration, and accountability, we aim to build trust with our community. We are dedicated to fostering meaningful connections, empowering individuals, and making a lasting impact on mental health support and suicide prevention. Together, let’s create a future where mental well-being is prioritized, stigma is challenged, and lives are saved.
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