MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- Each year, the DOD executes a Suicide Prevention Month campaign in September and encourages communities across the force and all individuals to get involved, and be there for others and themselves.
This year’s campaign slogan, ‘Connect to Protect,’ highlights the important role connections to family, friends, the community and resources can play in preventing suicide.
Research indicates connectedness is a protective factor that can reduce the risk of suicide, while loneliness and feeling like a burden can be suicide risk factors for some individuals.
The 2020 Suicide Prevention Month tagline, Make it Your Mission to #BeThere, reinforces everyone including leaders, service members and families, can play an active role in preventing suicide.
Throughout September, Team MacDill is hosting a variety of events and activities to emphasize the importance of suicide prevention and highlight available resources.
For more information, contact the MacDill Integrated Resilience Office at (813) 828-9339.