VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Residents from all around the Valley City Community will be joining the thousands of people who are gathering in towns across the United States to draw attention to the suicide prevention movement. The Valley City Out of the Darkness Walk, hosted by the AFSP North Dakota Chapter will be held on Sunday, October 3rd, at the Lokken Stadium at Valley City State University at 2:30pm. This gathering will support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and support programs and its goal to reduce the annual U.S. rate of suicide 20% by the year 2025. There will be virtual components for people who cannot make it in person.

“Suicide touches one in five American families. By connecting and sharing our stories with each other, we will keep going in the fight to stop suicide. Together, our community sends the message that you are never alone, that healing is possible, and when we connect, we create hope. Together we keep going,” said Mary Weiler, AFSP North Dakota Chapter Board Chair.

“We can all learn new ways to help each other save lives,” said AFSP CEO Robert Gebbia. “By joining an Out of the Darkness Experience, you can show people that we are strong, we are resilient, and we are hopeful. Together, we can create a culture that’s smart about mental health.”

To donate or join this event, visit: afsp.org/ValleyCity. Walk funds support mental health research, prevention education, advocacy, and support for loss survivors.