DBH - Ohio Youth Suicide Prevention Messaging & Outreach Campaign

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to plan, design, develop, pilot, and implement a statewide youth suicide prevention messaging and outreach campaign. The campaign will amplify youth voice, incorporate perspectives of suicide loss survivors, and deliver evidence-informed content that strengthens protective factors, increases help-seeking behaviors, and supports early intervention among youth. Key aspects of the project include: • Establishing a coordinated engagement process with youth, loss survivors, and community partners • Developing and refining campaign messages and materials • Supporting statewide reach by preparing for implementation with local partners • Designing, developing, hosting, and maintaining the campaign's digital ecosystem • Assessing campaign effectiveness and supporting ongoing refinement