The 12th Annual Suicide Prevention Walk, hosted by the Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition, is all about hope, awareness, and change. This year’s walk will focus on offering a safe environment for people in any area of the spectrum of suicide and suicide prevention. We are here to support survivors of suicide, those who have attempted and survived, anyone struggling with thoughts of suicide, those who care about someone who struggles with suicide, and those that are coming to support the efforts of suicide prevention. All are welcome!
Activities this year include:
- A 1.5-mile walk through historic downtown Delaware, Ohio to promote awareness
- Local agencies and groups that support suicide prevention efforts in and around Delaware County
- Activity tables for kids & adults
Event Details
Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 9 a.m. to noon
Registration
To register for the DSPC Suicide Prevention Walk, click here.
Event Cost
This event is FREE and open to the public, however, registration is requested. We plan to make a difference, rain or shine!
Note: T-shirts will be available while supplies and sizes last.
Event Location
Ohio Wesleyan University – Jaywalk
In front of the Hamilton-Williams Campus Center (note: the campus building with the green rooftop)
40 N. Rowland Ave., Delaware, OH 43015
**Parking is free on campus, anywhere, and all day. Click here to download the OWU campus map.
**Note: This is considered a non-supported walk. Please follow all rules of the road and ensure safe crossing. If you have questions or need assistance, volunteers will be available.
Schedule of Events
9 AM – Registration, Resource Tables & Activities Open
10 AM – Welcome & Opening Ceremony
(The walk will begin directly after the program and will take approximately 45 minutes.)
Following the Walk – Closing Ceremony & Group Photo
(Group photo to immediately follow the closing ceremony.)
Volunteer to help at the walk:
Some positions needed are:
- Clean up Crew
- Banner Walkers
- Floaters
- Rock Painting Table
- Peyton Heart Table
- Social Media Table
- Recipe Book Table
VOLUNTEER
Photos from the 11th Suicide Prevention Walk in 2022
About the Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition
The Delaware Suicide Prevention Coalition is a collaboration of community agencies, schools, and law enforcement dedicated to the mental health and wellness of our community. The coalition strives to increase awareness about suicide as a public health problem that can be prevented. The ultimate goal of the coalition is to reduce the stigma associated with suicide in order to increase each person’s ability to seek help and prevent further loss of life.
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