Know One

About Know One

Everyone deserves to be known.

Know One exists because too many people suffer invisibly.

We believe suicide prevention begins long before a crisis. It begins by recognizing hidden suffering, building authentic human connection, and turning science into practical action.

Our Mission

Know One exists to reduce the time between hidden suffering and meaningful support.

We translate suicide prevention research into practical tools that help individuals, families, friends, workplaces, and communities recognize suffering earlier, strengthen authentic connection, and respond with confidence.

Why We Exist

Many people experiencing depression, shame, addiction, grief, trauma, or suicidal thoughts continue to work, laugh, socialize, and appear successful.

Being surrounded by people is not the same as being known.

We believe that hidden suffering often exists long before a crisis. Our purpose is to help make that suffering visible sooner. This is not true in every case, but it is a pattern worth taking seriously.

What We Believe

  • Everyone deserves to be known.

    People should not have to earn the right to be seen, heard, or taken seriously when they are struggling. Visibility and dignity belong to everyone.

  • Science should guide prevention.

    Public education should reflect what research supports. We aim to translate evidence carefully rather than follow trends or oversimplify complex problems.

  • Authentic connection is deeper than social connection.

    Presence, trust, and understanding matter more than proximity or activity. Knowing someone includes paying attention to changes over time.

  • Earlier recognition creates more opportunities to help.

    Distress often builds gradually. Noticing changes earlier can open more paths to support before a situation becomes urgent.

  • Recovery deserves as much attention as crisis.

    Life after suicidal thinking, a crisis, or an attempt involves its own challenges. That period needs clearer language, better support, and less silence.

How We Work

  • Research

    Review and translate the best available suicide prevention science.

  • Education

    Create practical resources that anyone can understand and apply.

  • Framework Development

    Lead the CAMP Initiative to develop an evidence-informed suicide prevention framework through research, clinical review, and lived experience.

  • Community

    Encourage authentic human connection and conversations that help reduce hidden suffering.

Our Commitment

This Is Only The Beginning

Know One is being built carefully.

Every article, every resource, and every framework will be shaped by research, expert review, and the voices of people with lived experience.

Our goal is not simply to raise awareness.

Our goal is to help fewer people reach the point where suicide feels like the only option.

Everyone deserves to be known.

Because no one should suffer invisibly.