Dallas College

Send Silence Packing Event sponsored by Active Minds

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  • Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
  • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Brookhaven

Active Minds' Send Silence Packing® is a powerful traveling exhibit designed to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. The event features backpacks arranged in public spaces, each representing a life lost to suicide, often accompanied by personal stories from loved ones.

The goal is to "send silence packing" by sparking conversation, reducing stigma around mental health struggles, and encouraging people to seek help. The visual impact and shared stories create a compelling call to action for mental wellness, support, and connection.

Location: Brookhaven Campus - Courtyard

This event is hosted by Dallas College Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). CAPS provides free mental health counseling services to Dallas College students. For questions or appointment requests, email Counseling@DallasCollege.edu. If you're interested in attending more CAPS events, visit DallasCollege.edu/CounselingEvents.

Your world can be stressful - we're here to help. To meet our team of counselors, students can visit DallasCollege.edu/Counselors.

  • Counseling and Psychological Services

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