Confronting Suicide in Construction
Hard Hat Courage is the construction industry's collective commitment to save lives by making it safe to talk about our mental health — every day, on every jobsite.
Our mission is clear: to save lives across the construction industry by prioritizing our colleagues' mental health just as much as their physical safety. Together, we’re equipping construction craft and industry professionals and their companies with the tools to take care of themselves and support each other — because every life matters, and every conversation counts.
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The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates in the U.S. compared to other industries. Addressing risk factors unique to construction through evidence-informed suicide prevention programs and practices can save lives and improve the overall well-being of the workforce. Get guidance and insight for your role and perspective.
No One Builds Alone
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention believes that everyone has a role in reducing the risk of suicide. That’s why Hard Hat Courage taps into the power of community connection on and off the jobsite, providing educational resources, workplace tools, and community events through AFSP’s nationwide Chapter network and partnerships with a growing number of construction companies, trade associations, industry groups, and unions.
Every Voice Matters
Meet leaders from across the construction industry who understand the importance of prioritizing mental health just as much as physical safety. Watch their stories and hear their perspectives.
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Our Partners
Hard Hat Courage is a cross-industry initiative led by AFSP in partnership with construction industry leaders to confront and ultimately reverse the high rates of suicide in the profession. Together, we can reduce suicide in construction.
Partner organizations commit to protecting the mental health of their colleagues, having open conversations, and conducting training with AFSP. By taking this step, partners create a network of trainers in their own organization who can provide AFSP’s evidence-informed education on mental health and suicide prevention to their workforce.
Join us in saving lives in the construction community. Send us a note at [email protected] to learn more about becoming an AFSP partner.
