Yellow Ribbon Week to combat stigmas of suicide
Central Michigan University's Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention week will be Nov. 3-7.
The week aims to provide hope, strength and fellowship while working to stop stigmas against suicide.
At 7 p.m. on Nov. 3, David Britton will be giving an inspirational musical presentation in the French Auditorium.
Steve Harrington will be presenting An Incredible Journey at 7 p.m. in the French Auditorium on Tuesday.
Wednesday will include Stories of Hope: A Panel Discussion at 7 p.m. in the French Auditorium. The panel will include students sharing personal stories of hope and healing.
On Thursday, there will be a Candlelight vigil to remember those who have been affected by suicide at 8 p.m. in the grassy area west of Park Library.
On Friday, Barb Smith will be training students on suicide intervention at 9 a.m. in the Education and Human Services Building room 232.
All events are free and open to students and the public.
To learn more about Yellow Ribbon Week, visit the Facebook event page by searching "Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Week."
