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Modesto City Council proclaims Sept. 13-19 as National Suicide Prevention Week
Summary
The council read and presented a proclamation recognizing National Suicide Prevention Week and invited a representative from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Central Valley Chapter to accept it and speak briefly.
The Modesto City Council on Aug. 26 read a proclamation declaring Sept. 13, 2025, as part of National Suicide Prevention Week and presented it to a local representative of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Central Valley Chapter.
Mayor Zwolan read the proclamation, citing national suicide statistics and emphasizing the importance of mental-health services and community awareness. Jory Martinez from AFSP Central Valley accepted the proclamation and thanked the council; Martinez said the declaration "warms my heart" and referenced local fundraising and awareness events, including a walk and fundraisers scheduled in the coming weeks.
Council members expressed condolences for local losses to suicide and reinforced the need for community-based prevention and mental-health supports.
Why it matters: The proclamation is ceremonial but highlights mental-health outreach and upcoming awareness events supported by local organizations. Council members encouraged residents to participate in community events and to support resources that reduce stigma and connect people to care.
Next steps: The mayor delivered the proclamation to AFSP Central Valley; AFSP representatives and community volunteers will continue local awareness and fundraising events described at the meeting.
