Youth suicide is a concern that weighs heavily on the hearts of many in Northwest Alaska. In this article, we delve into the initiatives and strategies employed by Northwest Alaska to reduce youth suicide rates and promote mental well-being. This pressing issue has prompted local leaders, organizations, and residents to unite, determined to make a difference and provide hope to their youth. In a region where the wilderness stretches as far as the eye can see, the communities of Northwest Alaska are coming together to combat a growing crisis – youth suicide.
