09/01/2026
๐ September is Su***de Prevention Month ๐
As the founder of Be the Change Project 904, I believe this is a conversation we have to keep having, not just this month, but all year long.
Su***de is a worldwide issue. According to the World Health Organization, more than 720,000 people die by su***de every year globally, and su***de is the 3rd leading cause of death among people ages 15โ29.
Here in the U.S., nearly 50,000 people die by su***de each year, accounting for about 133 lives every day. In 2024, 14.3 million Americans seriously considered su***de, 4.6 million made a plan, and 2.2 million attempted su***de.
These arenโt just numbers. These are people. Our friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, and members of our communityโค๏ธโ๐ฉน
Sometimes prevention starts with simply checking on your people. Ask โHow are you really doing?โ Listen without judgment. Remind them that they matter and that asking for help is okay.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.
Letโs be the change. Start the conversation. Check on your people. You never know whose life you could impact ๐๐
~ Kyra Stauble
Founder/CEO
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