10 September — World Suicide Prevention Day

According to current WHO data, a suicide occurs every 40 seconds worldwide. This results in about 727,000 deaths annually, highlighting the alarming rise of this tragic issue. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among 15- to 30-year-olds. Similar statistics in Ukraine show that, unfortunately, the number of crisis states and suicide attempts has increased since the start of the full-scale war.

Constant stress, the loss of loved ones, uncertainty about the future, financial struggles, and war trauma have pushed thousands of people to the edge. At the Charity Exchange "DobroDiy," we constantly see how vulnerable families with seriously ill children are. Exhausted from years of fighting, they often need both financial and emotional support.

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, aimed at raising awareness and reminding us that some people around us may need help. Talking about suicidal thoughts is important. It is not a "forbidden and uncomfortable topic," but a life-or-death issue. After all, recognizing the problem is the first step to overcoming it.

Remember that even in the toughest situations, it’s the small things that can make a difference:

• A sincere "I'm here" can provide support.
• A conversation that alleviates the feeling of loneliness.
• Help from professionals you’re not ashamed to seek out.
• Support from loved ones, even in small gestures, is invaluable.

There are free hotlines in Ukraine that you can call for help during a crisis. We have listed the main contacts below for your convenience:

• Лінія емоційної підтримка МОМ: 0 800 211 444
  https://ukraine.iom.int/uk/haryacha-liniya-emotsiynoyi-pidtrymky

• Лінія кризової допомоги Національної психологічної асоціації: 0 800 100 102
  https://help.npa-ua.org/

• Лінія підтримки для дорослих і дітей «Людина в біді»: 0 800 210 160
  https://ukraine.peopleinneed.net/ua/kontaktna-informatsiia

• Національна лінія для дітей та молоді: 116 111
  https://la-strada.org.ua/garyachi-liniyi

• Лінія психологічної підтримки для чоловіків: 2345
  https://2345.in.ua/

• Лінія з запобігання самогубства та підтримки психічного здоровʼя: 7333
  https://lifelineukraine.com/

• Лінія психологічної підтримки цивільних кол-центру #ВАРТОЖИТИ: 5522
  https://sokolovafund.org/projects/civilians-psychology-support/

• Лінія кризової підтримки українського ветеранського фонду: 0 800 33 20 29
  https://veteranfund.com.ua/projects/hot_line/

Today is the day to look around and notice if anyone is struggling. If you see someone who needs help, lend them a hand. Just one phone call, message, or conversation could save a life.