Mental Health Awareness Week 2026

This Mental Health Awareness Week, Mental Health Foundation is encouraging everyone to take action to support good mental health.

At PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity, we believe that action can save lives. Awareness is important, but real change happens when we turn awareness into
meaningful action.

Even small steps can help us feel more hopeful, connected, and supported. When we take action together, our impact is even greater.

Why Action Matters

We have made important progress in how we talk about mental health, but there is still more to do.

Taking action can:

Help prevent mental health difficulties before they become overwhelming
Reduce isolation and loneliness
Encourage people to seek support earlier
Build stronger and more connected communities

By taking action now, we can help create a future where fewer people reach crisis point.

TAKE ACTION FOR YOURSELF

Looking after your own mental health is an important first step.

You could:

Take time each day to rest and reset
Spend time outdoors and stay active
Talk openly about how you are feeling
Set boundaries and prioritise your wellbeing

TAKE ACTION FOR SOMEONE ELSE

Supporting others does not require special skills. It starts with compassion and being present.

You could:

Check in with someone you have not heard from in a while
Ask how they are really feeling and listen without judgement
Let them know they are not alone
Encourage them to seek support if they need it

TAKE ACTION FOR ALL OF US

When we act together, we can create lasting change.

You could:

Share mental health resources in your workplace, school, or community
Challenge stigma by speaking openly about mental health
Support local charities and services
Get involved in awareness or fundraising activities

TAKE ACTION FOR CHANGE

Taking action also means speaking up for better mental health support for everyone. PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity is calling on the Northern Ireland Executive to fully fund the Mental Health Strategy. Our petition already has almost 7,000 signatures, but we need your help to go further.

By signing the petition, you can:

Help push for proper investment in mental health services
Support early intervention and prevention
Stand up for people who need access to care and support

Show Your Support

If you’d like to support World Suicide Prevention Day, please download the social media graphics below and share them alongside the suggested social media messages.

Supporters / Community Caption

Today on World Suicide Prevention Day, I’m proud to support PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity.

Suicide can affect anyone, but together, we can break the silence and make suicide prevention stronger.

To learn more, visit: World Suicide Prevention Day 2025

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #SuicidePrevention #PIPSSupport

Corporate Caption

This World Suicide Prevention Day, we’re joining PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity to raise awareness that together we can make suicide prevention stronger.

By sharing resources and supporting conversations, workplaces can help change the narrative and make suicide prevention stronger.

To learn more, visit: World Suicide Prevention Day 2025

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #PIPSSupport #SuicidePrevention