Suicide Education.
We recognize the alarming epidemic of suicide among teens and young adults.
Help us talk about suicide and mental health and learn what you can do.
We are researching the best suicide education programs available and will share resources until we figure out how The Powerful Project can best support individuals and their loved ones dealing with suicidal ideation and suicide. If you have an interest in helping join this movement to talk about suicide and want to become a peer mentor or facilitator, please reach out and we’ll connect you with training options. Thank you for caring.
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, suicide rates among individuals aged 10-24 have risen by 60% since 2007, highlighting the urgent need for action and awareness in our communities. In response, we are dedicated to researching existing programs and establishing partnerships with suicide awareness and education initiatives to destigmatize mental health issues and provide essential community training. The most crucial step we can take right now is to foster conversations about mental health and emotions, encouraging our youth to dig deep and share their experiences. Thank you for your commitment to this vital cause.
RESOURCES:
1. Safe Space Peer Training, CA
https://safespace.org/about-copy/2. Sandy Hook Promise https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/our-programs/say-something/prevent-suicide-educational-training-for-awareness-and-prevention/
3. A Guide for Suicide Prevention in New York Schools
https://www.preventsuicideny.org/a-guide-for-suicide-prevention-in-new-york-schools/4. SAVE: Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
https://www.save.org/5. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Community Programs preventionhttps://afsp.org/community-programs/
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