Prince William's Powerful Plea as Sports Stars Back Major New Project: 'It's Had a Profound Impact on Me'
The toolkit gives sporting bodies practical advice on spotting warning signs and starting conversations, as the UK recorded 6,190 suicides in 2024, officials said.
- On World Suicide Prevention Day, The Prince, William, launched the 'On Your Side' toolkit at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium to help sporting figures identify and support those in mental health crises.
- Suicide remains the biggest cause of death for men under 50, with over 7,000 deaths annually across the UK, prompting The Royal Foundation to create this guide leveraging sport's unparalleled influence.
- England captain Harry Kane urged the sporting world to make suicide prevention part of their 'game plan,' as the toolkit offers practical advice on spotting warning signs and starting conversations.
- Commitments to embed the resource have been made by the Football Association, The Premier League, and British Cycling, while Team GB will use it with all athletes and staff.
- Following two years of development, the initiative aims for a long-lasting legacy, with Everton's launch venue featuring a 'talking bench' honoring former player Gary Speed.
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Prince William set to unveil groundbreaking suicide prevention resource for world of sport
Prince William is set to unveil a groundbreaking suicide prevention resource for the sporting world today at Everton Football Club's Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, marking World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10.Titled "On Your Side: A Suicide Prevention Toolkit for People in Sport," the initiative will be launched alongside prominent figures from British sport.Dame Kelly Holmes MBE, Gabby Logan OBE, Jill Scott, and Sir Jason and Dame…
Prince William's powerful plea as sports stars back major new project: 'It's had a profound impact on me'
The Prince of Wales has joined forces with top UK sports stars Harry Kane and George Russell to urge sports organisations to make suicide prevention part of their everyday "game plan."
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William to launch suicide prevention guidance backed by host of sporting stars
The guidance has been produced by William’s Royal Foundation in partnership with the British Standards Institution and charity Chasing the Stigma.
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