Messaging

To prevent suicide, we need to be able to talk it openly—without fear or shame. But how we talk about suicide matters. These conversations can be helpful or harmful.

Suicide-related messages must be conveyed in ways that support safety, help-seeking, and healing. Towards this goal, the Action Alliance leads efforts focusing on three key groups: the news media, the entertainment media, and other organizations that regularly disseminate messages related to suicide.

Engaging the News Media

Ensuring the ethical and accurate reporting of suicide

 

Engaging Entertainment Media

Promoting accurate and responsible portrayals of suicide

Improving Messaging

Providing guidance and resources on safe and effective messaging to others who disseminate messages related to suicide