Solomon Thomas

Tennessee Titans

Mental Health

The Defensive Line
“It’s important to remind people they are seen, they are enough, and it’s okay not to be okay.”
The Defensive Line is breaking the silence around youth suicide by turning connection into prevention. Focusing on schools and communities that serve young people of color, the organization helps students feel seen, heard, and supported. Through honest conversations, training, and care, they’re creating safe spaces where hope can grow—and lives can be saved.

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Demario Davis is reimagining what school can be

Before he was a captain for the New Orleans Saints, Demario Davis was a substitute teacher — and his passion for transforming education never left. Now, alongside his wife, Tamela, he’s working to move beyond a one-size-fits-all model and expand individualized learning opportunities that help every student thrive.