At today’s City Council meeting, Councilmember David Leinweber and Thomas Thompson, advisor to Mayor Yemi Mobolade, presented a proclamation recognizing September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month in the City of Colorado Springs.
The proclamation emphasizes the City’s commitment to mental health, community connection, and suicide prevention.
“…the Mayor and City Council of Colorado Springs do hereby proclaim September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month in our city, and call upon all residents to promote mental wellness, support those in need, and work together to save lives and strengthen our community…”
National Suicide Prevention Month is an opportunity to raise awareness, honor those affected, and encourage all residents to act by taking training, practicing safe firearm storage, connecting with neighbors, or sharing 988 resources.
In 2024, El Paso County experienced 155 deaths by suicide, an 18% decrease from 189 in 2023. While the proclamation acknowledges meaningful progress, it also emphasizes the urgent work that remains.
The City of Colorado Springs is an active partner in advancing the work of the Suicide Prevention Collaborative of El Paso County, which began five years ago and has grown into a coalition of health systems, nonprofits, schools, military leaders, faith communities, businesses, and government partners; all working together to prevent suicide and build a connected, resilient community of hope.
Other local priorities and initiatives on suicide prevention include Pikes Peak Rising, Pikes Peak Rising 360, the Pikes Peak Rising Business Collective, HOPE workplace certification, 1,000 Neighborhood Gatherings, GRIT resiliency training, and widespread suicide prevention trainings. As a combined community effort, they help promote connection, reduce stigma, and expand access to resources such as the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line.
The proclamation can be viewed here.