Thu, Aug 20
|Mt Zion Baptist Church
Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN) Town Hall
Suicide prevention takes all of us. Join SPAN for a community Town Hall on Thursday, Aug. 20, at Mt. Zion Church to hear local progress, explore prevention strategies, and discover how you can help save lives in Kalamazoo County.
Time & Location
Aug 20, 2026, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Mt Zion Baptist Church, 120 Roberson St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
About the event
The Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN) will host a community Town Hall at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, at Mt. Zion Church, 120 Roberson St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007.
The event will provide updates on the progress, strategies, and opportunities for community involvement in preventing suicide throughout Kalamazoo County.
Attendees will learn about SPAN’s comprehensive suicide prevention plan, including key strategies, current initiatives, and accomplishments from the past year. Community members, partners, and stakeholders are invited to attend and discover how they can play an active role in supporting mental health and preventing suicide.
“Suicide prevention is a community-wide effort,” said Maricela Alcala, CEO of Gryphon Place. “This Town Hall is an opportunity to reflect on the progress we’ve made, strengthen connections, and empower individuals to take action.”
During the event, SPAN will also recognize local organizations that have made significant efforts to equip their staff with training and…