WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY

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On International Suicide Prevention Day, our initiative “Caring Community Creators” aims to create a powerful and empathetic video to raise awareness about suicide prevention. By highlighting the severity of suicidal tendencies and the global impact they have, we seek to foster a sense of community, provide vital information, and encourage individuals to seek help or support those in need. Our goal is to shed light on this critical issue and promote a message of hope and understanding.

The objectives of this outreach were to:

• Raise Awareness: To educate the public about the prevalence and impact of suicidal tendencies, emphasizing that it is the third leading cause of death worldwide.
• Promote Understanding: To provide viewers with information on the signs of suicidal thoughts and the importance of early intervention.
• Encourage Action: To motivate individuals to reach out for help, support those who may be struggling, and engage in community resources and mental health initiatives.
• Foster Community: To build a supportive environment where people feel comfortable discussing mental health and seeking help without stigma.

The video features a blend of expert insights, and actionable advice aimed at addressing the critical issue of suicide and suicidal tendencies. The content is structured as follows:

1.       Introduction: The video opens with a powerful statement about the global impact of suicide, highlighting it as the third leading cause of death worldwide. This sets the stage for the importance of the day’s message.

2.       Expert Interview: Mental health professional. Dr Nitin Sarswat share his knowledge about the signs of suicidal thoughts, risk factors, and effective interventions. This provide viewers with practical advice on how to approach and support someone who may be struggling.

3.       Call to Action: The video concludes with a call to action, encouraging viewers to seek help if they need it, support those around them, and engage with local and online mental health resources. It provides contact information for crisis helplines and mental health organization.

4.       Closing Message: The video ends with a hopeful message, reinforcing the idea that together, as a caring community, we can make a difference and prevent suicide. The meeting with the Inter Lagos FC management Team held in April 2024 to share project plans and secure sponsorship approval towards the execution of the project. Caring Community Creators, CCC Co-founder – Dr. Nitin Sarswat and Founder, Moulding thoughts partnered to make this program a success. Several youths benefitted from this program.