Pain isn’t always obvious, but you can learn to recognize the warning signs and how to seek help if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide. In an emergency, dial 911. The following resources can assist youth and schools get involved in the campaign to raise awareness and change the way we collectively minimize the risk of suicide.
This tip sheet can provides a good starting point with several recommended activities, plus case studies of California schools who have hosted their own suicide prevention events on their campuses.
This toolkit provides a step-by-step guide to host a What I Wish My Parents Knew Event to educate parents about suicide prevention and mental health, as well as other topics that students wish their parents knew about.