The idea
Fun, connection and safety
Festivals can be joyful gatherings, but they can also feel difficult to access. SAP;UK wanted to create a fun, supportive space where people could come together and feel welcome.
SAP;UK project archive
Completed · 2025
The Semicolon Fest
In 2025, SAP;UK hosted its first suicide prevention festival: a welcoming gathering shaped by the semicolon’s messages of hope, resilience and staying alive.
About the festival
A safe space to celebrate life together
The Semicolon Fest was created as a large, welcoming safe space for people who may have felt isolated by suicidal thoughts or ideation. It brought people together around the semicolon tattoo project and its messages.
For many people, the semicolon is a symbol of hope and survival. Each person may wear it for a different reason, and every story is personal.
A look back
Festival artwork
The original artwork shared the date, location and welcoming spirit of the 2025 festival.
The message
Every semicolon has a story
The festival centred the semicolon as a personal symbol of hope, continuing through difficult moments and being part of a community.
The organising team
Made possible together
The festival was organised by Dan, Jordeey, Jamie, Kevin and Eleese.
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Keep finding connection
Explore SAP;UK today
The festival is complete, but SAP;UK continues to support connection, community and suicide prevention.