Suicide Prevention Month: Dr. Julie Goldstein Grumet on Transforming Prevention in Health Systems

Welcome to the 20th episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, presented by Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness.In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Julie Goldstein Grumet, Vice President for Suicide Prevention Strategy at the Education Development Center (EDC) and Director of the Zero Suicide Institute. Julie has dedicated her career to transforming how health and behavioral health systems approach suicide prevention, ensuring that every person at risk is identified, supported, and connected to the care they need.Julie’s leadership has helped make the Zero Suicide framework a national model for advancing safety, compassion, and hope in health care. This conversation dives deep into how systemic change can save lives, how stigma persists, and what practical steps families, providers, and communities can take to prevent suicide.Topics covered in this episode include:Julie’s background and what led her to focus on suicide preventionHow the Zero Suicide initiative differs from other prevention effortsAddressing stigma and misconceptions surrounding suicideWarning signs families and communities should knowPractical steps for parents and loved onesReal-world impact stories from Zero Suicide implementationWhere suicide prevention is heading in the next 5–10 yearsA message of hope for families and communitiesThe information shared in this episode is powerful and potentially lifesaving, offering both systemic insights and compassionate, real-world strategies for prevention.In our posts to finish this month and highlight suicide prevention, it is clear that suicide rates are going up. That is heartbreaking. Everyone needs to work together and take time to truly listen if someone is having a difficult time. We all need to come together.Learn more about Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness:https://www.anthonysroadtokindness.com/Connect with our guest:Education Development Center (EDC): https://www.edc.org/Zero Suicide Institute: https://zerosuicide.edc.org/Resources for Support:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988https://988lifeline.orgDISCLAIMER: This video is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified expert or provider with any questions you may have regarding a specific issue.Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and suicide prevention. Please take care while listening and prioritize your well-being.Support the showDISCLAIMER Anthony’s Way - The Road to Kindness does not endorse products, services, publications, medications, or treatments, including those advertised in any of our publications, webinars or podcasts.