While the winners of the 2017 MarCom Awards won’t be announced for a little bit, we’re showcasing select entries that stand out. 

Organization: Beacon Health Options Location: Boston, MA Title of Entry: “Suicide Video” Category: 250. Digital Media – Web Video – Informational

Suicide causes more than 40,000 deaths each year, making it the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Beacon Health Options created an informational video to commemorate Suicide Awareness Month and bring attention to the staggering statistics surrounding suicide.

The video features alarming facts and figures surrounding suicide in the United States. The video’s text-based graphics allow the data to tell the story and encourage watchers to start conversations surrounding the subject while directing users to Beacon Health Options’ resources.