Licking County Suicide Prevention Race
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Licking County Suicide Prevention Race
The Second Annual Licking County Suicide Prevention Coalition Awareness Race is a community event held at Rotary Park in Newark, Ohio. The event is organized by the Licking County Suicide Prevention Coalition and focuses on connection, remembrance, and hope for those affected by suicide and mental health challenges.
Participants may walk or run the 5K, either competitively or at their own pace. The event is described as welcoming to all ages and abilities and brings together families, survivors, first responders, educators, behavioral health providers, and community members.
Throughout the event, attendees have access to local prevention resources and crisis information, and can connect with coalition members and partner organizations. The gathering creates space to honor people lost to suicide, uplift those who are struggling, and stand alongside individuals and families impacted by mental health issues.
Proceeds support local suicide prevention efforts, including education and awareness initiatives, gatekeeper trainings, and outreach aimed at reducing stigma and increasing help seeking in the community.
Location details: Rotary Park, 925 Sharon Valley Rd, Newark, OH 43055, United States. The event returns in 2026 as a continuation of the coalition's local prevention work. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
