World Suicide Prevention Day
Nursing
Prevention
1100+ Interested
- 10th Sept 2026
- 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- One Day
- Adolescents and young adults
- Keragundahalli
About Program
World Suicide Prevention Day is conducted by Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing to raise awareness about suicide prevention, promote mental well-being, and encourage individuals and communities to recognize the importance of early support. The programme aims to reduce stigma surrounding emotional distress and help participants understand how to identify warning signs, communicate empathetically, and connect individuals with appropriate professional and community support.
The programme will emphasize that suicide prevention is a shared responsibility involving individuals, families, educational institutions, healthcare professionals, and the community.
Objectives of the Program
- To create awareness about suicide prevention and mental well-being.
- To increase understanding of common warning signs and risk factors.
- To reduce stigma associated with seeking mental health support.
- To develop skills in empathetic listening and supportive communication.
- To encourage early help-seeking and appropriate referral.
Program Schedule
| S. No | Time | Events / Activities | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 09:00 AM – 09:40 AM | Understanding Suicide Prevention | Keragundahalli |
| 2 | 09:40 AM – 10:15 AM | Recognizing Warning Signs | |
| 3 | 10.15 AM - 11.45 AM | How to Support Someone | |
| 4 | 11.45 AM - 11.00 AM | Interactive Activity | |
| 5 | 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM | Seeking & Support Systems | |
| 5 | 12:15 PM - 12:50 PM | Awareness Pledge |
Committee Members
Advisory Committee
- Dr. Devi Nanjappan Principal Smt. Nagarathnamma College of nursing Bengaluru
Event Coordinator
- Dr. Vijaya Malar S,Professor & HOD of Community Health Nursing, Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing
- Ms. Junaid Ahamad,Lecturer ,Dept.of Community Health Nursing,Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing
- Ms. Deepti Rai, Lecturer,Dept.of Community Health Nursing,Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing
- 10th Sept 2026
- 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- One Day
- Adolescents and young adults
- Keragundahalli
