HELP Project

Last year in Sweden, 11 children between the ages of 10 and 14 died by suicide. It was the highest figure in over 20 years. Researchers also found that suicide amongst 15 to 24-year-olds is increasing every year and according to a study from the National Center for Suicide Research and Prevention at the Karolinska Institute, New Year’s Day is when the suicide rate is at its highest in Sweden. It was said that the holiday season can increase feelings of exclusion and be stressful.

With this in mind, we have the HELP project – a youth project created by the Victory Youth Group which offers support and HELP for young people to stop suffering.

We know what it is like to suffer with depression and mental health issues and feel like no one else understands, and that’s why WE DON’T JUDGE YOU, WE HELP YOU!

Last Saturday, the HELP volunteers went out to the streets of Stockholm to leave over 50 letters on bridges and parks containing a word of hope and strength to those facing this tough moment. We believe that this word of encouragement can make a huge difference in how a person feels and sees themselves, and even prevent them from giving up on life. 

We also held a Mega HELP event in November where we welcomed over 35 youths and our aim through the HELP project is to continue making a difference in young people’s lives!

If you would like to know more about our HELP project, feel free to give us a call on 072 061 49 58.

Sources:

https://sverigesradio.se/artikel/new-years-day-sees-increased-suicide-risk-in-sweden

https://sverigesradio.se/artikel/more-young-children-dying-by-suicide-in-sweden

https://www.thelocal.se/20181126/suicides-increasing-amongst-swedish-youth/