The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs Suicide Prevention Team and others will host a ceremony marking its installation in early November. 988 Lifeline Suicide Prevention License Plate emblems About Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission’s (UTC) fleet cars.

The move is part of an initiative to combat suicide among veterans, service members and their families in the state, according to a press release from the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs. UTC purchased approximately 40 988 Lifeline emblems symbolizing support, solidarity and encouragement of suicide prevention. Each purchase contributes to a special fund.

The ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 1 at Washington UTC headquarters, located at 621 Woodland Square Loop Southeast in Lacey.

“We are deeply grateful to UTC for their unwavering commitment to suicide prevention,” WDVA Director David Puente said in the press release. “By decorating their vehicles with the 988 Lifeguard Emblem, they not only raise awareness but also provide important support. Their leadership sets a strong example to other institutions. “Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of our veterans and their families.”

When Washington residents purchase the 988 Lifeline Suicide Prevention Emblem, they are not only showing their support, they are also contributing to a special fund. This fund provides community-based grants to organizations dedicated to preventing suicide through peer support for transitioning veterans, military members, and their families.

“We are excited to participate in this initiative by introducing these emblems to our UTC vehicle fleet,” UTC Executive Director and Secretary Jeff Killip said in the press release. “This demonstrates our unwavering solidarity with our veterans and service members and our commitment to raising awareness about mental health. “The 988 Crisis Lifeline serves as a beacon of hope for many people, and we are honored to be a part of this initiative that will make a difference in the lives of those in need.”

For more information, visit the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs website. Here.