Judo, Netherlands
In 2020, Sanne Van Dijke joined 113, the national organization for suicide prevention. 113’s mission is to prevent suicide with more open discussions that it’s okay to not be okay and to ask for help, and to provide additional access to healthcare resources. The organization also raises awareness around mental health, gives educational talks about suicide prevention and is a suicide helpline. Just 12 weeks after competing in Tokyo 2020, Sanne ran a marathon and raised more than 15,000 EUR for 113. She continues to promote the organization through media interviews and her social media channels.
The P&G 2024 Athletes For Good grant will allow 113 to expand its educational program for young children and continue to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention.