World Suicide Prevention Day

September 10th annually is World Suicide Prevention Day. With the theme “Creating Hope through Action”, the hope is to encourage understanding, reaching in and sharing experiences to give people confidence to take action.

In Fiji, from the 1st of January to the 23rd of August 2022, 70 suicide and 54 attempted suicide cases have been recorded.

The Fiji Police Force is reiterating the message that suicide can be prevented, and we all can help save lives by understanding, recognizing and getting involved in spreading awareness on suicide prevention.

Help is available with the following organisations;

Medical Services Pacific

991 0894 or 5640

Child Helpline Fiji 1325

Lifeline Fiji 1543

Empower Pacific - 5626