April 2026

The Monroe County School Board in Northeast Mississippi has approved a comprehensive suicide prevention protocol. This decision marks a proactive step by local educators to address a critical issue affecting youth, implementing training for staff, awareness programs for students, and clear response guidelines for crises. As survivors of suicide loss in the Christian community, we […]

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) will be held in Houghton on May 5–6, 2026. This two-day workshop, hosted locally as reported by The Wellsville Sun, equips participants with practical skills to recognize suicide warning signs, intervene effectively, and connect individuals in crisis to resources. ASIST is a globally recognized program developed by LivingWorks, emphasizing

ECU’s fraternity hosted a suicide awareness event, spotlighting campus efforts to combat mental health struggles among students. This initiative by East Carolina University students underscores a vital response to rising suicide rates, particularly in college settings where isolation, academic pressure, and unspoken pain often converge. The event likely featured speakers, resources, and discussions aimed at

Young adult suicide rates in the U.S. dropped following the launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. According to Scientific American, data shows a measurable decline in suicides among young adults after the national rollout of this easy-to-remember hotline in 2022, attributing the progress to increased access to immediate crisis support. This is heartening

A young runner in Charleston is taking extraordinary steps to spotlight suicide prevention. In a powerful display of endurance, 25-year-old Edwin Martin launched “Project 24:70” on March 12, 2026, committing to a nonstop 24-hour run from 6:30 p.m. Thursday to Friday evening. This grueling challenge honors the 70 suicides reported in Charleston County last year