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Germantown proclaims Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; Tennessee group urges resources and training
Summary
Vice Mayor Mary Anne Gibson read a proclamation recognizing Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Germantown and highlighted the 988 lifeline; Alexis Kelly of the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network urged training and awareness to reduce stigma and save lives.
Vice Mayor Mary Anne Gibson read a proclamation declaring Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Germantown and referenced statewide efforts, noting that the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network (TSPN) and a state advisory council coordinate prevention work. The proclamation points to the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline as a resource that provides "24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress" and notes the state has prioritized suicide prevention.
Alexis Kelly, representing TSPN, spoke in support of the proclamation and described the month's purpose: "Suicide prevention month promotes education on mental health issues, suicide prevention strategies, and ... the importance of seeking health and local resources." Kelly urged community organizations, workplaces and schools to adopt training and safe messaging to reduce stigma. The board approved the proclamation as read and thanked TSPN for participating.
