National Suicide Prevention Week is September 5th, 2021 through September 11th, 2021 surrounding World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, 2021. It’s a time to share resources and stories, as well as promote suicide prevention awareness. The New Hampshire Suicide Prevention Council will be hosting a kick-off press conference on Friday, September 3rd from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM with a focus on connecting to help during a pandemic.
The agenda is as follows:
Opening/Welcome – Russ Conte, SPC President
Introduction of Governor – Ken Norton, NAMI NH
Governor Sununu – presentation of the proclamation
Introduction of the Kid Governor – Candice Porter
Kid Governor (Charlie) – Reading of the proclamation/inspiration is everywhere
Preparing for 988 – Jennifer O’Higgins/Shamara Simpson
NH progress/iCARE – Jennifer Sabin
Q & A – time permitting
Conclusion – Russ Conte
The New Hampshire Suicide Prevention Council invites both press and community members to attend the virtual press conference. Register in advance for this event:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hj__Pt2TQ-63lQGOplZSrQ
