Annual Southwest Louisiana ‘Out Of The Darkness Walk’

Please come out and show your support for the Annual SWLA Out of The Darkness Community Walk Burton Coliseum Complex Lake Charles presented by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. If there was ever a cause to show up for, it's this!

Since 2004 hundreds of cities across the nation have engaged in Community Walks to give people a platform to bring suicide awareness to the forefront. This is a time for family, friends, and neighbors, who share a connection to this tragic dilemma, show support for each other, walk side-by-side, and work to prevent suicide.

• Date: 09/14/2024
• On-Site Registration Starts: 9:00 am
• Program Starts: 10:00 am
• Location: Burton Coliseum, Lake Charles, LA

The August 10 Provisional Suicide Report issued by the CDC showed suicide deaths have risen by roughly 5%.“ That's not okay!

The CDC’s Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry, M.D., M.P.H. “Everyone can play a role in efforts to save lives and reverse the rise in suicide deaths.” Come out and let's do something about it together. This Community Walk is about awareness, unity, hope, support, and remembrance.

Remember that suicide is NEVER the last option. There is 24-hour, confidential, and non-biased help available by calling the Suicide and Crisis Hotline, 988. There is always someone available to listen and help you through those rough moments. This too shall pass. Everyone is important!

SEPTEMBER IS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

It's a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, raise awareness about suicide, acknowledge the millions who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted by suicide.

During September, collaborate with neighbors, friends, city officials, and others to address this tragic mental health issue. Connect to community, culture, data, and research; and collaborate with others to address this public health problem that has impacted millions of Americans.