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THE SBSA RAISED $5,809

TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF SUICIDE AND MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES

OUT OF THE DARKNESS CAMPUS WALK

ON APRIL 17, Holy Family University’s Social and Behavioral Sciences Association (SBSA) hosted the Out of the Darkness Campus Walk, sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), to raise awareness of suicide and mental health issues. The walk started at Holy Family University’s Campus Center and progressed to Fleuhr Park, located across the street from the University. Including donations that came after the event, the SBSA raised $5,809.

According to the CDC, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people ages 10-21. The AFSP funds research, spreads education, provides support to those affected by suicide, and advocates for smart public policy.

MORE THAN 36

VOLUNTEERS PARTICIPATED

MEDICAL SUPPLY DONATION DRIVE

HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY and the FrankfordNortheast Philadelphia Rotary Club teamed up for a Drive-By Collection of medical supplies that was held on the University campus on Thursday, June 17. The supplies will be shipped by Project C.U.R.E. (Commission on Urgent Relief and Equipment) to countries around the world where adequate medical supplies are not available for proper intervention, wound care, and other health recovery support.

Over three dozen volunteers participated on campus to collect various medical supplies, including medical and wound care supplies, personal protective equipment, and dental supplies.