We all have a hand in preventing suicide.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide awareness.

Our industry can’t ignore this silent epidemic.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the construction industry has the highest suicide rate of all industries – five times higher than the national average. Those losses greatly affect families, workplaces, organizations, and communities.

But those losses are not inevitable.

Each year, the construction industry dedicates a week to raising awareness of this critical – yet often stigmatized – issue. This week – September 4 through 8, 2023 – will allow our industry to unite to educate our community members, identify resources and shift our perception around this issue. 

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Educating on the silent hazard

Suicide prevention happens when people and communities come together. When we know the warning signs, pay attention to those around us and act when we see something, we will reduce the number of deaths by suicide.

MindForge is proud to partner with the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP), an organization committed to providing resources for suicide prevention and mental health promotion to create a zero-suicide industry.

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In response, we are offering complimentary access to CIASP’s six-part Suicide Prevention video series and five-part toolbox talk materials. Please use these resources to encourage discussions within your company and to educate your team on this critical issue.

Complimentary access to the training and messaging requires onboarding onto the MindForge portal.

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How to Access Free Courses

1

Download the MindForge mobile app using the links below, or by scanning the QR code.

2

Create a free profile inside of the MindForge app.

3

Enter the following onboarding code:   QBVDSH

First-time users: Creating a new profile will enter the onboarding code when prompted inside of the app.
Current users: Simply open the MindForge app and tap “Onboarding”. You’ll then be prompted to enter the onboarding code.

We believe each life matters, and together we can create a safer environment for those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Take the Pledge
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Take the pledge to STAND Up for Suicide Prevention through the principles set forth by the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention today. By taking the pledge each year, you commit to publicly showing your support for the prevention of suicide amongst our community members, support the professionals who are suffering and honor the memory of those we have lost.