The Lifeline

Embrace operates the National Lifeline in Lebanon (1564) for Emotional Support and Suicide Prevention Hotline, in partnership with the National Mental Health Programme at the Ministry of Public Health. On average, one person loses their life to suicide every 2.1 days, and on average, one person attempts suicide every 6 hours in Lebanon. The topic of suicide remains one that is a taboo in Lebanon, preventing hundreds from reaching out to support. Because Talking Saves Lives, the National Lifeline is a preventive tool that offers an anonymous service for anyone who is in emotional distress or thinking of suicide through: Immediate emotional support and psychological crisis intervention Assessment of suicide risk and de-escalation of suicidal crises Orientation to community-based resources close to where the caller lives