Awareness Mental health
Green Ribbon Campaign
Shine's national campaign to reduce mental health stigma, with September as the focus month for events. The 2026 campaign launched online on 25 August.
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
The Green Ribbon Campaign is managed by Shine as part of Ireland's national stigma-reduction programme, with the National Office for Suicide Prevention as lead funder. People wear a green ribbon to show support for open conversation about mental health.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 to 30 September 2027 | Ireland | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | 1 to 30 September 2028 | Ireland | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | 1 to 30 September 2029 | Ireland | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
If you need support now
In the UK, you can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123. In the USA, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anywhere else, contact your local emergency or health services.
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