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Tell the government to take action on suicide

SpunOut.ie blog: It's time for political parties to make a commitment on suicide prevention.

Article by : SpunOut.ie

As a member of The Action on Suicide Alliance, SpunOut.ie is calling for greater action and awareness in preventing suicide in Ireland.

The Action on Suicide Alliance has launched a nationwide campaign challenging political parties and independents to make clear commitments and take action on suicide prevention. The campaign is running high profile print adverts throughout the national and regional press in the lead up to the elections.

Around 500 people in Ireland die annually through suicide, of which 50% are under 25 years old and mostly men, making suicide the number one killer of Ireland’s young men. 

YOU can call the government to take action on suicide by signing the online petition at www.actiononsuicide.ie


The Action On Suicide Alliance includes: 3TS, Amnesty International Irish Section, Bodywhys – The Eating Disorder Association of Ireland, Console, Irish Advocacy Network, Mental Health Reform, Let’s Get Together Foundation, Living Links, Schizophrenia Ireland, SpunOut.ie, and Teen-Line Ireland.