Safe Messaging
How we talk about suicide matters. Safe, hopeful messaging can reduce risk, support resilience, and save lives—while harmful messaging can do real damage.
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Safe Messaging Resources
Helpful Websites
Talk About Suicide the Right Way
The National Action Alliance’s Framework for Successful Messaging offers clear, evidence-based guidance for communicating about suicide. It helps individuals and organizations create safe, hopeful messages that support prevention and reduce risk across campaigns, media, and community efforts.
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Military Safe Messaging
This guide helps military leaders use safe, effective language when discussing suicide, promoting resilience, reducing stigma, and encouraging helpcc-seeking. It offers practical tools to foster a supportive culture and address common barriers like privacy concerns and fear of career impact.
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SPRC’s Guide to Safe and Effective Suicide Messaging
The SPRC’s Messaging and Reporting Guide offers practical tips to communicate about suicide safely. It helps ensure your messages promote hope, support help-seeking, and avoid harm—essential tools for anyone sharing suicide-related content.
