Know the Signs. Find the Words. Reach Out.

Talking about suicide and suicidal ideation can be difficult, but it’s likely necessary to help reduce mental health stigma. The World Health Organization reports that more than 700,000 people globally die from suicide each year. They also share that a prior suicide attempt is one of the most common risk factors in suicide completion. That’s why creating an open dialogue about this issue, checking in on a loved one, and making an effort to educate everyone on the availability of resources for those facing mental health challenges can make a difference.

Kimberly Jow is the Program Coordinator for the Resilience Initiative through Support & Empowerment (RISE) Program at Riverside University Health System-Public Health. She has 8 years of experience in developing curriculum and presenting to numerous agencies. Her work includes coordinating program activities and collaborating with various organizations to empower individuals to be more trauma informed in their community. Kimberly has a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from California Baptist University. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and is passionately dedicated in increasing awareness on suicide prevention and erasing the stigma on mental health.

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