
09/09/2025
Today, on 988 Day: National Day of Action, we’re raising awareness about the growing mental health crisis impacting Black women and young girls. According to a recent study by Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, Black female adolescents and young adults ages 15–24 face an increased risk of su***de due to cyberbullying and racial attacks online. The study also found that Black women ages 25–27 had the highest risk of suicidal ideation, while those ages 25–34 in the Western region of the U.S. had the highest overall risk.
These findings highlight the urgent need for culturally responsive mental health care, community support, and early intervention.
Please know: asking directly about su***de does not put the idea in someone’s mind. Instead, it opens the door to connection and support. If you’re concerned about a loved one, speak with compassion, ensure their safety, and connect them to professional help.
Compassionate care starts with each of us. Supporting someone in crisis can be as simple as:
• Noticing the warning signs
• Creating a safe space for open and judgment-free conversations
• Prioritizing safety and calling for help if someone is in immediate danger
• Helping them reach out for support
The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7, free, and confidential resource to ensure we feel seen, heard, and are never alone.
Call or text 988 for help and hope.