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World Suicide Prevention Day - 10 September 2026
Suicide is a major public health challenge, claiming the lives of more than 720,000 people every year. Each life lost has profound social, emotional and economic consequences, deeply affecting families, friends, workplaces and entire communities around the world.
The triennial theme for World Suicide Prevention Day (2024 - 2026) is "Changing the Narrative on Suicide". This theme calls on us all to challenge harmful myths, reduce stigma, and foster open, compassionate conversations about suicide. It is about shifting from silence and misunderstanding to openness, empathy and support - creating environments where people feel able to speak up and seek help.
If you or someone you know is struggling, then a range of resources that can help can be found here -
The Council also has an Employee Assistance Programme, which can be contacted on 0800 028 0199 or by downloading the Wisdom app details of which can be found here Health Assured - How to Download Wisdom (PDF, 621 KB)(opens new window)
