Texas House of Representatives honors Martha Thomas and The Defensive Line for their efforts to prevent youth suicide.

The Texas House of Representatives honors Martha Thomas and The Defensive Line for their efforts to prevent youth suicide. The Defensive Line is a nonprofit organization dedicated to suicide prevention, particularly for young people of color. Martha Thomas, cofounder and chief education officer, established the organization after the suicide of her daughter. The organization offers workshops to guide teachers and leaders in addressing mental health crises and creating safe environments.

Texas House of Representatives honors Martha Thomas and The Defensive Line for their efforts to prevent youth suicide.

The Texas House of Representatives honors Martha Thomas and The Defensive Line for their efforts to prevent youth suicide. The Defensive Line is a nonprofit organization dedicated to suicide prevention, particularly for young people of color. Martha Thomas, cofounder and chief education officer, established the organization after the suicide of her daughter. The organization offers workshops to guide teachers and leaders in addressing mental health crises and creating safe environments.