09/11/2025
Last week a community member shared with me, on their way to a memorial service, that their loved one had died by su***de at just 21 years old. 💔 Stories like this are far too common—and they remind us why awareness and action matter.
🌍 Globally, more than 720,000 people die by su***de each year. It is the 3rd leading cause of death for ages 15–29. These are not just numbers—they are sons, daughters, friends, and leaders who leave behind grieving communities.
As we honor their lives this September, during National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, let’s commit to reducing stigma, offering compassion, and making sure resources like the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline are known and shared.
You are not alone. 🕊️
