The Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna, in collaboration with Abayam – Foundation for Health and Education (UK Registered Charity No. 1184089), organized a Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness Workshop on 23 October 2026, from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon, for Second- and Third-Year students of the Department of Philosophy. The workshop focused on promoting mental health awareness, suicide prevention, early identification of psychological distress, recognizing warning signs and risk factors, and addressing misconceptions about suicide. Students were also introduced to the Abayam Counselling Service and its available support and referral facilities. The programme aimed to enhance students’ mental health literacy, encourage early help-seeking behaviour, and promote a caring and supportive university environment. The workshop was a valuable initiative in strengthening students’ awareness of mental well-being and suicide prevention.