CFMA Chicago is proud to support the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention’s (CIASP) Miles that Matter Virtual 5K! Run, walk, bike, swim, whatever feels right for you! Complete your virtual 5K (3.107 miles) anytime during the month of September - all at once, or divide it up over several days.
Sign up here: CIASP Miles that Matter Virtual 5K
When asked if you wish to join a team, select "yes" and choose CFMA Chicago from the drop down menu. The fee to sign-up is $35 and includes a t-shirt. There is an option to make a donation if a 5K is not for you.
Every mile helps raise awareness, break down stigma, and remind our industry that every conversation, every connection, and every person matters.
Why Suicide Prevention Awareness Matters
Construction remains one of the industries most affected by suicide, driven by a combination of workplace, cultural, and personal factors. While recent data shows encouraging progress, with suicide deaths among construction workers declining 1.7% from 2023 to 2024, thousands of lives are still lost each year.
Key reasons awareness saves lives:
- Recognizing warning signs enables friends, family, and colleagues to intervene and connect people with help
- Reducing stigma around mental health encourages people to seek support before reaching a crisis point
- Education about available resources—hotlines, counseling, and treatment options—provides concrete pathways to care
- Community awareness creates environments where mental health is prioritized and conversations about struggle are normalized
- Training in crisis response equips more people to provide immediate support during vulnerable moments
By raising awareness, we create a culture of compassion and action where individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts know they are not alone and that help is available. Every conversation about mental health and suicide prevention can be life-saving.
Learn more about CIASP and Preventing Construction Suicide Here
