The Solas Drop-In Centre is hosting a suicide prevention awareness event in the Westerna Hotel this evening.
The free event, described as a gathering of a concerned community to address the sensitive issue of suicide and suicide prevention, will begin at half 7 and registration for the event will open at 7 pm.
There will be talks from several speakers who will share their stories about how their lives have been touched by suicide.
Miffy Hoad, a development officer with Mental Health Ireland for Cavan/Monaghan, will also speak about the importance of mental health and resilience in the community.
Alice O’Neill spoke to The Wider View about the event: