HaLisa Sowash

HaLisa is a mom of 5, grandmother to 2, and mother-in-law to 2. She works at a children's ophthalmology group in Oklahoma doing insurance, records, and favorite working with preemie babies. For fun, she goes to the theater and crafts with her granddaughter. HaLisa and her husband Sean just celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary.

Halisa enjoys community service. Giving back to various organizations because it supports her community and their needs. She has helped with the breast cancer walk, Alzheimer's walk, YWCE Galentines Day, and YMCA Christmas Elf just to name a few. Her most prestigious event was the Out of Darkness Walk for suicide prevention. Mental health and suicide prevention are her passions because of a person's experience. Knowing how to spot the red flags and knowing how to handle them could save someone's life. Talking with someone who is contemplating suicide may be a turning point.These walks are the biggest fundraisers for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, a nonprofit organization. AFSP was founded in 1987 and not only has chapters in 50 states, but worldwide. Halisa wants to be a part of AFSP to help make suicide preventable.