Directing Change

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Dear Judge,

At any point if you are experiencing technical difficulties, or have questions regarding the category description, please email stan@directingchange.org or call (619)518-2412. We encourage you to seek personal support if you become troubled by the content of this category. If you experience an emotional crisis, there are people available to help you at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
The entry you are judging is a 60-second film in the Suicide Prevention category. Suicide is a complex and sensitive subject which needs to be addressed with compassion and knowledge

In advance, we appreciate your time.

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If you are experiencing an emotional crisis, are thinking about suicide or are concerned about a friend call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline immediately: 1-800-273-8255This is a free 24-hour hotline.
Directing Change is part of statewide efforts to prevent suicide, reduce stigma and discrimination related to mental illness, and to promote the mental health and wellness of students. These initiatives are funded by counties through the Mental Health Services Act (Prop 63) and administered by the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA), an organization of county governments working to improve mental health outcomes for individuals, families and communities.
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