Documentary Screening of My Ascension

120 East Silver Spring Drive,Milwaukee WI 53217

16 May, 2022

Description

A documentary film that is spreading hope and fighting suicide. Join REDgen and the Kubly Foundation for a special screening of My Ascension A suicide attempt left 16-year-old varsity cheerleader, Emma Benoit, paralyzed, but propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to help others find hope, and shine more light on the fact that 20 young people die every day by suicide in the United States. My Ascension is a feature length documentary that chronicles Emma's inspiring journey and quest to walk again, as she works to bring Hope Squad, a school-based suicide prevention program, to Louisiana. The film also highlights the stories of two remarkable young people who tragically did not survive their attempts, and we learn first-hand from their families, friends, school officials and suicide prevention experts about the devastating effects of suicide and what can be done to prevent it. This 90-minute screening will be followed by a panel discussion.