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Overview Using the Community Based Participatory Model, MECCA and its collaborative agencies and partners developed suicide prevention trainings and a multimedia campaign targeting 7 different cultural communities, as well as the LGBTQ+ population. All trainings were informed by focus groups, interviews, and surveys from each community. The trainings were adapted to address the unique characteristics of each culture. All materials were translated into the six Orange County threshold languages including: Arabic, Mandarin, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese in addition to the subthreshold language Khmer.
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Training Material Two trainings (one for youth, one for adults) were developed by each agency to incorporate feedback from the focus groups and interviews and target the intricacies of their specific communities. Even the names of the trainings were changed to best fit the needs of the community. Both trainings teach on the stigma and silence surrounding suicide; signs, symptoms, and risks of suicide; interventions, and resources. The youth training includes components of the power of peer-to-peer support, advocacy, and how to talk to your parents about suicide. For future training opportunities with MECCA, email info@ocmecca.org
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Handout Deck Handouts were created using information gathered from the Know the Signs campaign, focus groups and interviews, and agency input. These handouts are intended to be distributed to training attendees to help them remember what they learned.
•“Know the Warning Signs of Suicide” •“Crisis & Mental Health Resources” •“The Dos and Don'ts of What to Say if Someone is Having Suicidal Thoughts” •“How to Support Someone in Crisis”
All Handouts can be downloaded from ocmecca.org/programs/services/
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LGBTQ+ Initiative Viet Rainbow of Orange County (VROC) implemented 3 suicide prevention trainings for providers on the following topics: •LGBTQ Youth suicide prevention •Trans and Gender Non-conforming Youth Suicide Prevention •LGBTQ 101: What Providers & Allies Need to Know They also conducted 11 Virtual Support and Resiliency Building Groups. VROC’s media kit’s color palette is inspired by the trans flag with a rainbow outline to promote visibility. Art design is intentionally drawn to be genderless and non-binary. Artwork and copy is available for use. Contact MECCA at info@ocmecca.org for a toolkit,
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Multi-lingual Social Media Posts MECCA and MECCA Partners designed an original multi-targeted, multi-lingual social media campaign called: “You Are Not Alone.” The campaign was not limited to social media, as posts and announcements were made on radio shows, press conferences, WeChat, etc. The campaign utilized information from Know The Signs (www.suicideispreventable.org) and community input. Each month focused on a specific theme and were translated into 7 different languages. Themes Included: •September: Know the Signs (educating on the signs and symptoms of suicidal thoughts) •October: Find the Words (what to say and do if someone is experiencing suicidal thoughts) •November: Reach Out (what resources exist to support someone who is feeling suicidal) •December: You Are Not Alone (emphasizing that many people experience suicidal ideation and that recovery is possible)
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Utilization of Social Media Posts Suggested captions: (1) Suicide prevention is not just about telling people to reach out for help or call the hotline. We need to create an environment that is supportive and encourages others to open up. (2) Suicide is a scary topic, and many people feel they are not equipped to help someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts. The truth is: Anyone can help, as long as they are willing to listen, support, and refer to a professional resource. (3) You or someone you know may be experiencing suicidal thoughts right now. The truth is: you are not alone. There are people who have gone through similar struggles, but come out stronger. There are people who want to help. There are people who care.
#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #stigmasmash #stigma #suicide #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #depression #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulness #wellness #inspiration #healing #therapy #instagood #mentalillness
Suggested resources to highlight: National Suicide Hotline:800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741 Your local Warmline for non-emergencies 24/7 Crisis Chat: didihirsch.org/chat Teen Line: 800-852-8336
The Trevor Project:866-488-7386 Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
For cultural resources, refer to our Handout Deck. Access to multi-lingual graphic decks can be acquired by contacting MECCA,
info@ocmecca.org Please specify the preferred languages in your request
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Public Service Announcements (PSAs) MECCA and its collaborative agencies each developed a PSA targeted towards their respective communities that highlighted topics including the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, what to say and do if someone is experiencing suicidal thoughts, and available resources. The PSAs were different, creative, and powerful. In addition, individuals will lived experience bravely shared their journey in video format with the goal of reminding our community that they are not alone.
PSAs and stories can be viewed on MECCA’s YouTube page: https:// www.youtube.com/channel/ UCDpjmuX72QS0LwyRnWH_gEQ