#Pause the City – Vigil and Procession for World Suicide Prevention Day
Join us on Tuesday, September 10th, for the #Pause the City Vigil and Procession, organized by Start Charity to mark World Suicide Prevention Day. This powerful event will bring the community together in remembrance and hope, shining a light on suicide prevention.
#Pause the City – Vigil and Procession for World Suicide Prevention Day
Join us on Tuesday, September 10th, for the #Pause the City Vigil and Procession, organized by Start Charity to mark World Suicide Prevention Day. This powerful event will bring the community together in remembrance and hope, shining a light on suicide prevention.
Event Details:
- 6:30 PM – The procession will begin from M6 5BZ
- 7:30 PM – The vigil will take place at Salford Museum and Art Gallery, M5 4WU
The evening will feature a speech by Kasia Halani, trustee of Jak’s World Suicide Prevention Charity, and a live musical performance by Hansel Ungudi (H2S), a freestyle artist supported by Jak’s World.
Supporting Guests & Organizations:
We are honoured to have the participation of several distinguished guests and supporting organizations, including:
- Andy Green – British Fighter Pilot
- Clare Mayo – Poet
- Salford Council & GM NHS
- Jenni Smith
- Loaves & Fishes – Supporting the homeless, isolated, and vulnerable in Salford
- Judd Skelton – Chair of GM Suicide Prevention Executive
- Paul Dennett – Mayor of Salford
- Streetwise Opera
- Tom Stannard – Chief Executive, Salford Council
…and more.
After the vigil, Salford City Mayor will provide refreshments at the Art Gallery for all attendees.
Roll of Remembrance:
If you would like to add the name of a loved one to the Roll of Remembrance at the event, please email Dennisb@startinspiringminds.org.uk.
This event is a moving tribute to those we’ve lost and a vital reminder of the importance of community, support, and suicide prevention. Please come and be part of this meaningful occasion.
Follow @ReachOutSTES on Twitter for updates and more information.
Autumn 2025
Jak’s World has offered something for everyone in Autumn 2025.
We finished the gifts we made in our Summer art workshops at Ordsall Library, funded by the Lowry. The paintings, tote bags, keyrings, pet rocks, friendship bracelets and words of hope attracted visitors to our stalls at Park Life, Salford Pink Party, The Tatton Family Fun Day, and the Lusoconnection conference for Portuguese speakers. Working with your hands can help you to talk.
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