Upcoming Out of Darkness Walk

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention News Release

Join us on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 4:30-7:00 p.m. for the third annual Molokai Out of the Darkness Walk, at the Molokai Canoe Club. Our team of community volunteers, in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Hawaii Chapter (AFSP) is organizing this suicide prevention and awareness event. Food and entertainment at the Veterans’ Center is to follow. Together, we can connect with the community to provide support, break the silence to talk about mental health, participate in purposeful activities, and offer other vital resources for our community.
September has been designated “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” in Hawaii. On average, Hawaii has about four suicide deaths per week. The highest rates occur in non-urban communities. But it is more than just statistics. More than likely, we all know someone who has been touched by suicide.
“Family and friends from every background are impacted by suicide. We want to reduce the stigma and stop other ‘ohana from losing someone to suicide by walking together. Our goal is to offer hope, help, and healing,” says walk coordinator and AFSP Molokai Representative Uʻilani Kiaha. Take time to share a meaningful Saturday afternoon with a caring community.
If your agency would like to participate in or support these efforts, please contact Uʻilani Kiaha at (808) 757-0460.
If you, or someone you love, needs help, please text or call Hawaii Cares Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can find more information about resources at preventsuicidehi.org or afsp.org.