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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

Every year on November 21, a quiet day of comfort for everyone who has lost someone they love to suicide. International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is the one day each year when people affected by suicide loss gather in their communities to find comfort and share stories of healing and hope. In 2026 it falls on Saturday, November 21, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. No one should have to grieve this loss alone.

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Saturday, November 21Every year on November 21
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Established by the U.S. Congress in 1999 through a resolution introduced by Senator Harry Reid
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#InternationalSurvivorsOfSuicideLossDay
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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Honor a Loved One at Home

Light a candle, share a favorite memory, or look through photos together as a family. A quiet moment of remembrance can be a gentle way to keep love present.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Join a Gathering in the Community

Find an AFSP Survivor Day event near you or join one virtually, and consider bringing a friend. Sharing the day with others who understand can make all the difference.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Offer Support at Work or School

Check in on someone who is grieving, listen without judgment, and share the 988 Lifeline number in a break room or newsletter. Compassion in everyday places saves lives.

Plan ahead

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is observed on Saturday before Thanksgiving. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Sat, Nov 21this year
2027Sat, Nov 20
2028Sat, Nov 18
2029Sat, Nov 17
2030Sat, Nov 23
2031Sat, Nov 22
2032Sat, Nov 20
2033Sat, Nov 19
2034Sat, Nov 18
2035Sat, Nov 17
2036Sat, Nov 22

Fast facts

2019In 2019, 417 Survivor Day events took place across 49 sites in 26 countries, all sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Attend an AFSP Survivor Day event, or simply reach out to someone who is grieving.

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