Published on: 20th August 2025

Greater Manchester’s Month of Hope is back, running from World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) to World Mental Health Day (10 October).

The theme ‘Changing the Narrative on Suicide’ is about open conversations, challenging stigma, and inspiring hope. It’s part of the Shining a Light on Suicide campaign, inviting everyone to play a role in preventing suicide.

There are many ways to get involved, including several events throughout the month. You can see some taking place across our patch below, or the full list on the month of hope website.

Events

Time together service, Saturday 6 September

A service of reflection at Manchester Cathedral for those affected by suicide, from 2-3.30pm.

World Suicide Prevention Day virtual event, Wednesday 10 September

Join online between 10am and 12pm, for more information on suicide awareness, media reporting, healing through writing and film, and The Great Man Challenge.

Register for the virtual event

Bury Suicide Prevention Day Vigil, Wednesday 10 September

A memory walk, from Kay Gardens to Castle Leisure Centre, 6–7.30pm.

Tameside Suicide Prevention Day Vigil, Wednesday 10 September

A vigil at Anthony Seddon Centre (12 George Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6AQ), which starts at 8pm (doors from 7.30pm).

Tameside Baton of Hope tour, Friday 12 September

We’re proud to be part of the Baton of Hope tour in Tameside, organised by Anthony Seddon Fund to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Our headquarters on Old Street is one of the first stops and many of our staff are involved.

Visit the Anthony Seddon Fund website for more details and timings.

Training

Learn to save a life

Take the free, 30-minute online training from the Zero Suicide Alliance. This training helps build confidence in recognising signs that someone may be thinking of suicide and how to support them. Start the training.

Kooth and Qwell suicide prevention webinars

Three training sessions, open to professionals and the public:

  • Monday 6 October, 4–5pm
  • Tuesday 7 October, 3.30–4.30pm
  • Thursday 9 October, 10–11am

Book your place on a suicide prevention webinar.

Support services