This September, in commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Month 2025, Stowelink Foundation had the privilege of joining hands with other mental health organizations and advocates for the Suicide Awareness and Prevention Walk 2025.

The event, themed “Breaking the Silence, Building Hope,” brought together passionate individuals and organizations committed to raising awareness about suicide, fostering open conversations around mental health, and offering hope to those struggling in silence.

Uniting for a Common Cause

As part of the organizing team, Stowelink Foundation collaborated with Mental Health Champions Initiative, Dr. Margaret Kagwe Njuguna, the Centre for Suicide Research and Intervention, Kenya Red Cross, Medics for Kenya, YMCA Nairobi, and other key stakeholders in mental health advocacy.

Together, our shared goal was clear, to amplify awareness on suicide prevention and emphasize the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue, empathy, and support within our communities. The walk provided a platform for participants to reflect, connect and advocate for stronger mental health systems and interventions.

Breaking the Silence, Building Hope

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 720,000 people die by suicide every year, that’s one life lost every 40 seconds. Behind each number is a story, a family, a community deeply affected.

At Stowelink, we believe that suicide is preventable, and awareness plays a crucial role in saving lives. By breaking the silence and addressing stigma, we can encourage help-seeking behavior and ensure that mental health support is accessible to all.

“Each step we took during the walk symbolized hope — a reminder that no one should have to struggle alone. Conversations about mental health save lives,” said Naila Chebet Koech, Stowelink’s Mental Health Lead.

Our Commitment to Mental Health Advocacy

The Suicide Awareness and Prevention Walk 2025 reaffirmed Stowelink Foundation’s ongoing commitment to mental health education, advocacy and community engagement. Through initiatives like this, we continue to champion mental health as an integral part of overall well-being and public health.

Stowelink remains dedicated to empowering communities with knowledge, reducing stigma and strengthening preventive interventions through partnerships, training and awareness campaigns.

As we continue this journey, we invite everyone to join us in breaking the silence and building hope: one conversation, one action and one life at a time.