World Suicide Prevention Day 2023: ‘Creating Hope Through Action’ | #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #WSPD

Age range: 12 years and upwards
Category: Lesson plan
First published: 2022
Pages: 21
Duration: 55 mins&#8201;&ndash;&#8201;1 hour

According to the World Health Organization, someone dies by suicide every 40 seconds. More people die by suicide each year than by war and homicide put together.

For every suicide, there are many more people who attempt suicide every year.

What is World Suicide Prevention Day?

World Suicide Prevention Day is an event that is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). The World Health Organization (WHO) is also co-sponsor. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 is: ‘Creating Hope Through Action’.

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) occurs annually on 10th September with the aim of raising awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. It is a time for people everywhere to play their part in preventing suicide.

Many organisations will be taking part in WSPD2023 by organising educational events on the subject of suicide including suicide awareness, which is the most important aspect of this event. It is vital that everyone realise that suicide can be prevented.

All Resources provides a number of educational resources which cover suicide and mental health including: