Suicide Prevention Month

WHEREAS, September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month, a time when millions of people around the world join their voices to raise awareness of suicide prevention, treatment, and recovery; and

WHEREAS, this is a time that is dedicated to bringing visibility to the role that everyone in the community can play in preventing suicide and to encourage all community members to know the signs, find the words, and reach out to someone they are concerned about; and

WHEREAS, the 2026 theme for Suicide Prevention Month is "Connection Creates Hope," the goal of which is to inspire all Nevadans to support their friends, family and neighbors with messages of hope and healing; and

WHEREAS, 988 is the national number for suicide prevention and is available by calling, texting, or chatting online and will connect those in need with a trained crisis counselor any time, day or night; and

WHEREAS, Suicide Prevention Month is an opportunity to reduce stigma associated with mental illness and suicidality by encouraging Nevadans at risk for suicide to seek life-saving assistance through 988 or other services and urging all Nevadans to play a role in suicide prevention, and promotion of health and wellness; and  

WHEREAS, suicide is often the result of complex, interacting factors, including mental health conditions, substance use, financial stress, relationship difficulties, and lack of access to care; and

WHEREAS, most individuals who experience suicidal thoughts do not want to die, but want relief from unbearable pain, and recovery and healing are possible; and

WHEREAS, September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day, which has been recognized internationally; and is a day for all Nevadans to join together in the message that recovery and healing are possible; 

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim the month of September 2026 as 

SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH IN NEVADA