September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise greater awareness of resources for Army Soldiers, Civilians and Family members who may need crisis support or want to help someone they know. The Army’s SPM theme for 2024 is “We Are Stronger Together. Connect to Protect.” This theme underscores the importance of connecting with people we trust because individuals who have strong, supportive relationships have a lower risk for suicide.
Suicide Prevention Month leader message to Army command teams and suicide prevention specialists from LTG Kevin Vereen, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-9.
Theme-branded print and digital materials—including posters, fact sheets, horizontal outdoor banners, web banners and a social media toolkit.
Policy to prevent suicide using a three-phased approach: prevention, intervention, and postvention.
Offers policies, training and strategic communications to prevent suicide and support those affected by suicide.
Policies and procedures to prevent suicide using a comprehensive, proactive three-phased approach (prevention, intervention, and postvention).
Training that provides comprehensive instruction to recognize and intervene in crisis situations and assist at-risk individuals.
The purpose of the toolkit is to educate and provide guidance on how to reduce harmful behaviors that prevent suicide.