The Wyoming Injury & Violence Prevention Program

The mission of the Wyoming Injury & Violence Prevention Program is to coordinate state and local efforts to prevent unintentional and intentional injury and violence through public awareness, training, and system change.

Contact Info:

122 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor West

Cheyenne, WY 82002

wdh.prevention@wyo.gov

Please note: The Wyoming Injury and Violence Prevention Program does not offer crisis counseling or emergency services.

Suicide Prevention

Help is Available 24/7!

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves, please call 911.

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text “WYO” to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line.

Suicide in Wyoming

Suicide remains a prevalent issue in Wyoming, resulting in preventable deaths that deeply impact individuals, families, and communities across the state. The Wyoming suicide rate consistently surpasses the overall US rate. These alarming statistics emphasize the urgent need for intervention and support. Wyoming Department of Health is committed to addressing this pressing matter and working towards creating a healthier and safer environment for all individuals in the state.

Wyoming State Suicide Prevention Plan