Awareness Mental health
World Suicide Prevention Day
A global day on 10 September that raises awareness that suicide can be prevented and encourages action to reduce it.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2003
About the day
World Suicide Prevention Day was set up in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention with the World Health Organization. The theme for 2024 to 2026 is Changing the Narrative on Suicide.
2026 theme
Changing the Narrative on Suicide
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 10 September 2027 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 10 September 2028 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Monday 10 September 2029 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
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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