Information about faith & culture in suicide prevention
Despite a global trend toward decriminalising suicide, recognising it as a public health issue rather than a criminal act, suicide remains a criminal offense in approximately 20 to 25 countries worldwide. Additionally, in about 20 countries that adhere to Islamic or Sharia law, suicide attempts may be punishable by jail sentences
In many countries and cultures across the world, suicide is either an illegal offence or considered as a mortal sin in some relions.
This section of our website, aims to share helpful information from organisations who specialise in and provide guidance for talking around this topic.
Faith Action – Talking Faith in Suicide Prevention
Since 2009, FaithAction has been working to unlock the potential of faith groups to bring about a healthier, more just society where more people belong.
Working in collaboration with a national network of faith-based and community organisations, we bring strategic, sustainable, and research-grounded solutions to societal problems.
FaithAction is also a long-standing member of the VCSE Health and Wellbeing Alliance, working with the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Do you need guidance or support in relation to a particular faith? Click this link to access an excellent guide, which provides information relevant to; Christianity, Islam, Sikhi, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism .
