Local MMC EventS

2023 Construction Suicide Prevention Week (Hillsboro, Oregon)

• Invited to a private event at a project site with an estimated 5000 construction laborers

• Direct engagement conversations with 200+ construction laborers

• Based on state and industry calculations, we estimate $7.3M+ in annual mental health related costs

• For every $1 invested in programs that build positive mental health and strengthen personal resilience, there is a $4 return in health and productivity

• Recommendation: Budget $1.8M to be invested into evidence-based frontline peer mental health and resilience programs