Special film screening comes to Falkirk campus to support suicide prevention awareness

A special screening is set to be held at Forth Valley College’s Falkirk campus to raise awareness of suicide prevention.

The college is inviting staff, students, partners, and members of the local community to watch The Low Road as part of a national effort to support suicide prevention awareness and encourage open conversation about mental health.

Forth Valley College's Falkirk campus is holding a special screening event to raise awareness of suicide prevention. As part of a national effort to support suicide prevention, audiences can come along and watch a free screening of The Low Road, a film which explores suicide, mental health issues, grief, and loss. (Contributed).

placeholder image — Forth Valley College's Falkirk campus is holding a special screening event to raise awareness of suicide prevention. As part of a national effort to support suicide prevention, audiences can come along and watch a free screening of The Low Road, a film which explores suicide, mental health issues, grief, and loss. (Contributed).

On Tuesday, December 1, audiences can attend the free screening which is being hosted by the college in partnership with Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership and the Falkirk Suicide Prevention Network.

The Low Road explores the impact of mental health struggles, suicide, grief and loss has on young adults while spreading a message about hope, speaking openly, and seeking help. The event is part of Suicide Prevention Scotland’s delivery plan, through the Scottish Government and COSLA suicide prevention strategy, to help people realise how they can help prevent suicide and spreading awareness of suicide throughout communities.

After the film, guests will be able to listen to a specialist panel and participate in a Q&A which will speak about some of the themes raised by the film and the wider issue of suicide prevention.

Local support organisations and members of the college’s Safeguarding Team will be able to offer support, guidance, and advice throughout the evening.

Sarah Tervit, head of Inclusion and Student Services, said: “Suicide is a subject that can be difficult to talk about, but we know that having open and informed conversations can make a real difference. The Low Road provides a powerful starting point for those conversations, helping to increase understanding, challenge stigma and encourage people to seek support when they need it.

“We’re pleased to be working with our partners to bring this event to Falkirk and would encourage anyone with an interest in mental health, wellbeing or suicide prevention to come along. Whether you’re a staff member, student, college partner or a local resident, everyone is welcome.”

The event runs from 4.30pm to 7pm and is free to attend, but booking is required. To book a place, visit the Forth Valley College website.

The Low Road explores suicide, self-harm, grief, and mental ill-health which may be upsetting for some viewers.

If you or someone you know is struggling, the NHS has a list of helplines which are available to offer support and advice.