Bowling Green to Host ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ This Sunday
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – This month, September, is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide, a topic that affects many individuals and families. The Out of the Darkness Walk in Bowling Green has been a key event for over a decade, and this year’s walk is set to take place this Sunday.
Increasing Participation and Community Support
With over 250 participants already registered, the event is poised to draw attention to the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. Katelyn Simpson, the chair for the BG Out of the Darkness Walk, emphasized the walk’s goal to inspire hope and foster connections within the community. “I really hope that people have hope and that this is something that we know we can prevent,” Simpson stated.
She explained how the walk serves as a platform for conversations about mental health. “Even if you’ve lost someone or struggled yourself, it empowers you to go back and have those conversations,” she added. This sentiment reflects the overall purpose of the event, which is to not only raise awareness but also promote healing and connections among those who attend.
Event Details
Registration for the walk opens at 1 p.m. this Sunday, with the program set to start at 2 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences and challenges, and to be part of a community effort to raise awareness about mental health.
The event encourages individuals from all walks of life to come together for a shared purpose—to combat the stigma surrounding mental health and to offer support for one another.
More Information
For those interested in attending, you can find more information about the walk and how to register by visiting supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=10418.
A Call to Action
The importance of Suicide Awareness Month cannot be overstated. It serves as a reminder for everyone to reach out, ask questions, and check in on loved ones. The Out of the Darkness Walk is not just an event; it is a movement that sparks crucial conversations and offers a beacon of hope to those who need it most.
Everyone is invited to join this important event. It’s a time to remember those we’ve lost, support those who are struggling, and empower ourselves and others to take action against suicide. Together, we can all make a difference.
