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HOPE MEANS NEVADA TO LAUNCH “12 DAYS OF HOPE” CAMPAIGN AHEAD OF INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HOPE ON SATURDAY, JULY 12

Campaign Aims to Unite Communities Through Small Acts of Kindness That Create Global Ripple Effects of Hope, Healing

LAS VEGAS (July 2025) – Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on supporting youth mental health, eliminating youth suicide in the state and empowering Nevada’s youth to live hopeful lives, announces the launch of its “12 Days of Hope” campaign beginning Tuesday, July 1. The 12-day initiative will lead up to International Day of Hope, a global movement dedicated to sharing the science, stories and strategies of hope, on Saturday, July 12.

HMN invites teens, families and communities across Nevada to take part in small, courageous acts that create ripples of positive change. From July 1 to 12, HMN will post a daily message of hope across its social channels (@hopemeansnevada on Instagram, Facebook and X), sharing real stories from teens and advocates for youth mental wellness. The organization will also collaborate with local influencers who will share personal reflections on what hope means to them.

On July 12, the International Day of Hope, Hope Means Nevada encourages teens, families and community members to participate by taking one of the following 10 actions:

• Measure their hope by taking the two-minute Snyder Hope Scale and reflecting on what gives them purpose, direction and momentum.
• Plant a sunflower as a living symbol of brightness, growth and optimism.
• Create a “hope spark” by performing a small act of kindness—such as preparing a nourishing meal, sending a thoughtful message, tagging someone who inspires them or sharing their personal story—and posting: “I just created a Hope Spark by ____. How will you?”
• Teach a hope skill by sharing tools that promote resilience, such as stress skills, happiness habits, inspired actions, nourishing networks or eliminating challenges.
• Download and use the Parent’s Guide, a tool designed to help families start meaningful conversations and strengthen resilience at home.
• Submit a proclamation encouraging local leaders to recognize International Day of Hope and affirm the importance of mental wellness.
• Activate their workplace by launching or supporting a mental health or wellness initiative.
• Paint a hope mural or rock to express uplifting messages and spread visual reminders of hope in their communities.
• Host or join a hope march or rally to build awareness and demonstrate collective support for youth mental wellness.
• Tell someone about International Day of Hope, reinforcing that even a single conversation can make a meaningful difference.

“International Day of Hope reminds us that hope isn’t just a feeling, it’s a skill we can build, a choice we can make and a strategy we can use to transform lives,” said Janna Velasco, executive director, Hope Means Nevada. “Our 12 Days of Hope campaign is about helping teens and families discover that even the smallest act of care has the power to connect us all. Together, we are stronger and prove that hope happens here.”

To join the movement, follow @hopemeansnevada and use hashtags #12DaysOfHope, #HopeHappensHere, #CompassionIsPrevention, #StrongEnoughToFeel, #YouAreNotAlone and #HopeMeansConnection.

ABOUT HOPE MEANS NEVADA
Hope Means Nevada’s (HMN) mission is to eliminate teen suicide and empower Nevada’s youth to live hopeful lives. As one of the most trusted and visible mental health resources in the state, HMN inspires a culture of empathy and advocacy around mental health. While raising awareness around Nevada’s high rates of mental health challenges, the organization strives to amplify hope and connect youth with desperately needed resources. Through collaborative, compassionate, inclusive and impactful efforts, the community-based initiative envisions a suicide-free Nevada. For more information about Hope Means Nevada, go to www.hopemeansnevada.org and follow along on Instagram, Facebook and X. The new National Suicide Prevention Hotline number is now three-digit dialing code 988. Those experiencing a mental health emergency can also text “Home” to 741741 to reach the National Crisis Text Line.

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