DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- The 2025 Department of Defense (DOD) Suicide Prevention Campaign, “Joining Your Fight: Connect to Protect,” calls on the entire military community to stand united in the fight against suicide. The year-long campaign reinforces that seeking help is a sign of strength and builds Total Force resilience, a vital element of mission readiness.
The campaign reduces stigma, promotes help-seeking behaviors, encourages lethal means safety, and increases awareness and use of available resources across the Department. These efforts are essential to maintaining the health and wellness of Service members, veterans, their families, and the broader military community.
The DOD and Dyess AFB Integrated Resilience Office (IRO) remains fully committed to advancing suicide prevention efforts. The Department is dedicated to expanding access to mental health support, providing financial and mental health resources, fostering healthy relationships, and assisting Service members and their families through transitions across the military lifecycle. Come visit your installation and local helping agencies at the Connect to Protect Resource Fair at the Dyess AFB BX on 25 September 2025 from 1000-1400. Learn about the many opportunities we offer to increase your awareness and skills in helping others. You can also access training resources and additional information by calling the Dyess AFB Integrated Resilience Office at 325-696-1289.
The Defense Suicide Prevention Office (DSPO) leads DOD’s comprehensive, data-informed suicide prevention strategy efforts while the Integrated Resilience Office delivers these efforts to our Dyess AFB airmen and families.
These coordinated initiatives save the lives of Service members, their families, and the military community and reinforces strength, unity, and resilience.
You can access additional outreach materials and downloadable resources at DSPO.mil.