Below are some upcoming suicide awareness events that YSPP would like you to know about. We encourage individuals and community task force groups to consider hosting an  event.

If your group is planning an event and would like to inquire about posting information here, please email YSPP for consideration.

             2008 Community Calendar of Events

May 2008

Update:  This year's event was a huge success! Check out photos from this year's Walk!

"CHOOSE to LIVE"

Kitsap Suicide Prevention Week was recognized on May 4th - May 10th, 2008.

For information about next year's event, contact the Kitsap Suicide Prevention Task Force at KitsapSPTF@comcast.net or call 360-337-5250.

As always, if you or someone you know is in crisis call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

June 2008

Update:  This year's fundraising event was a huge success! Check back soon to see photos from this year's Golf Tournament!

2nd Annual Sam Wilson Golf Tournament

Overlook Golf Course - Big Lake

Saturday, June 7th 2008

9:30am Registration, 11:00am Shotgun

4 Person Scramble

Team Gross & Net Prizes

Individual Prizes on each hole

BBQ & 2 Beverages included

$55 per player entry fee*

Raffle and live auction to follow tournament

For more information, see:  

Letter from Sam's family

or contact Lori Wilson or Lauri Lauritsen at (360)424-5507.    

* All net proceeds benefit Youth Suicide Prevention Program

Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) held their 20-mile Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk in Seattle on June 21 & 22, 2008.

The Walk gave people who have been touched by suicide or depression a powerful way to bring the issue "out of the darkness".

AFSP reports nearly 1,100 walkers particpated in the event. Each walker must raise a minimum of $1,000 to participate. The money raised will go for research, education and awareness programs and to assist families touched by suicide loss. They are still accepting donations; if you're interested in giving, hear is how to contact them.

Several YSPP staff and board of directors participated as members of the "crew". They were able to provide support for each other, several of whom are survivors themselves; and be there for weary walkers - ready with water & food, suicide prevention materials, and encouragement for the remainder of their journey towards the finish line.

Thank you to all of the "tireless" volunteers that stayed up all night working YSPP's table at Seattle's first Out of the Darkness Overnight event. Here are a few pictures to capture their experience:

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July 2008

There are no July events scheduled at this time.

August 2008

There are no August events scheduled at this time.

September 2008

Youth Suicide Prevention Conference   Save the Date! Monday, September 22, 2008 8:30am - 7:00pm SeaTac Airport Marriott   Do you work with YOUTH who are GLBTQ, Homeless, in Foster Care or in the Juvenile Justice System? Then join us for interactive workshops, sharing resources, networking and promoting prevention and early intervention of suicide. Youth are also strongly encouraged to attend. For more information, visit the Conference Website: http://www.regonline.com/yspp08 Online Registration Opens June 9, 2008                                                                                    Sponsored by:

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October 2008

There are no August events scheduled at this time.

November 2008

There are no August events scheduled at this time.

December 2008

There are no August events scheduled at this time.