SafeUT sees spike in reports on bullying, 499 emergency interventions in fiscal year 2024

“Whether someone is struggling with bullying, has concerns about a threat they saw on social media, or is dealing with thoughts of suicide, SafeUT counselors are there day and night to offer compassionate support and immediately respond to any safety concerns. We’re grateful to partner with school districts and higher education institutions, public safety personnel, parents, legislators, and so many others that have helped SafeUT make a positive impact.” 

For the first time ever, the most reported tip submitted to SafeUT was bullying, outranking suicide which historically has been the app’s top tip category. Though SafeUT received more tips about suicide than ever before, tips categorized as bullying were submitted 3.5% more than those relating to suicide.

“SafeUT provides the instant, confidential crisis counseling that gives people in need a fighting chance to survive their darkest moment,” says Ric Cantrell, Chief of Staff, Utah Attorney General's Office, and Chair of the SafeUT Commission. “Hundreds of Utahns are alive today because of SafeUT—almost 500 people received emergent help in the last year alone. You probably know some of them. While we can count up the messages, conversations, and dollars spent, what matters most are those that reached out and survived, and each family that continues to enjoy life with their loved ones close.”