Western Native Voice: National Suicide Prevention Week Fun Run
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Past event
8:50 PM MDT
Billings, Montana
Free · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, September 8, 2024, in Billings, Yellowstone, for the inspiring Western Native Voice: National Suicide Prevention Week Fun Run. This community-driven event aims to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention, bringing together individuals, families, and organizations in a powerful show of solidarity and support.
The day kicks off with an inclusive "Awareness Mile," where participants will walk together, proudly holding banners that express messages of hope, resilience, and remembrance. This mile serves as a beautiful symbol of unity, honoring loved ones and sparking important conversations about mental health. Following the Awareness Mile, you can choose to participate in a 1-mile or 3K fun run, with competitive timing available for those looking to challenge themselves. This event not only promotes physical activity but also fosters a sense of community commitment to mental well-being. Throughout the day, you'll have the chance to engage with various mental health resources and connect with others who share the mission of suicide prevention. Join us in celebrating hope and healing in our community!
The day kicks off with an inclusive "Awareness Mile," where participants will walk together, proudly holding banners that express messages of hope, resilience, and remembrance. This mile serves as a beautiful symbol of unity, honoring loved ones and sparking important conversations about mental health. Following the Awareness Mile, you can choose to participate in a 1-mile or 3K fun run, with competitive timing available for those looking to challenge themselves. This event not only promotes physical activity but also fosters a sense of community commitment to mental well-being. Throughout the day, you'll have the chance to engage with various mental health resources and connect with others who share the mission of suicide prevention. Join us in celebrating hope and healing in our community!
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Organiser's description
The National Suicide Prevention Week Fun Run is a community-driven event designed to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. This event brings together individuals, families, and organizations in a show of solidarity, support, and remembrance for those affected by suicide.
Event Overview:
Awareness Mile: The event kicks off with an inclusive "Awareness Mile," where participants walk together, holding banners with messages of hope, resilience, and remembrance. This mile symbolizes unity, allowing participants to honor loved ones, spread awareness, and start meaningful conversations about mental health.
Fun Run: Following the Awareness Mile, participants can choose to participate in either a 1-mile or 3K run, with competitive timing for those who wish to challenge themselves. This portion of the event encourages physical activity to promote mental well-being while fostering a sense of community and support.
Throughout the event, participants will have the opportunity to engage with various mental health resources, connect with others who share a commitment to suicide prevention, and contribute to a cause that affects so many lives. The event will conclude with closing remarks, acknowledgments, and a celebration of the collective efforts to bring hope and healing to the community.
Event Overview:
Awareness Mile: The event kicks off with an inclusive "Awareness Mile," where participants walk together, holding banners with messages of hope, resilience, and remembrance. This mile symbolizes unity, allowing participants to honor loved ones, spread awareness, and start meaningful conversations about mental health.
Fun Run: Following the Awareness Mile, participants can choose to participate in either a 1-mile or 3K run, with competitive timing for those who wish to challenge themselves. This portion of the event encourages physical activity to promote mental well-being while fostering a sense of community and support.
Throughout the event, participants will have the opportunity to engage with various mental health resources, connect with others who share a commitment to suicide prevention, and contribute to a cause that affects so many lives. The event will conclude with closing remarks, acknowledgments, and a celebration of the collective efforts to bring hope and healing to the community.
Location
2016 Old US 87, Billings, 59101, MT, United States
Western Native Voice: National Suicide Prevention Week Fun Run
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