In a recent government meeting, community leaders gathered to discuss initiatives aimed at raising awareness about overdose and suicide prevention. The meeting highlighted the appointment of Adriana as the community's first harm reduction specialist, who will collaborate with local emergency services to address substance use disorders and promote overall harm reduction strategies.

The agenda included plans for a series of events under the \"You Are Not Alone\" campaign, which aims to engage the community in suicide awareness activities throughout September. Notably, a suicide awareness rally is scheduled for this Friday at the intersection of Springfield and Calle del Norte, encouraging community members to participate and show support.

Additionally, the meeting announced two proclamations related to suicide prevention, with the city and county set to recognize the importance of these issues in upcoming ceremonies. Participants were encouraged to wear awareness buttons and shirts on September 10, recognized as Worldwide Suicide Awareness Day, to foster conversations about mental health and support.

A significant event will take place on September 12 during a football scrimmage between Nixon and Martin High Schools, where attendees will have the opportunity to promote the \"98 Days\" initiative, which emphasizes the importance of community support in mental health awareness. The event will feature a brief ceremony and informational table to further engage families and attendees.

The meeting concluded with a call for community involvement and collaboration, emphasizing that the success of these initiatives relies on collective efforts to inspire and support one another in addressing mental health challenges.