#Hawaii Suicide Prevention
Senator Hirono introduces bill to combat mental health stigma in AANHPI communities
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono has put forth the Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation aimed at addressing mental health stigma in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
Statewide Virtual Events Seek to Raise Awareness of Suicide Prevention
The Hawai’i Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the Prevent Suicide Hawai’i Task Force, announced Thursday a series of online community events recognizing “Suicide Prevention Month” in Hawai’i. The virtual events will be held throughout September and October to raise public awareness about suicide prevention and the impact of suicide in Hawai’i.
Hawai‘i Attorney General Joins the Fight Against Youth Suicide
Hawai’i Attorney General Clare E. Connors has joined 38 attorneys general across the nation as an ambassador for The Jason Foundation, Inc. She will work together with JFI in collaboration with state agencies and non-profits to address the public health issue of youth and young adult suicide.
Legislature Passes Suicide Prevention Bills
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature recently passed two measures to help suicide prevention and awareness efforts. The first bill, HB655 HD1 SD1, designates September as “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” as an effort to raise awareness about suicide prevention. The bill also aims to inform the public on the resources and support available to individuals, families, […]