Introduction: : This study examines the effectiveness of Life in My Days, Inc community-based mental health ed- ucation programs on the awareness of mental health issues among students between the ages of 15-24. Methods: This study used a descriptive correlational, cross-sectional design using a self-administered online questionnaire developed by authors which consists of brief psychological status and community based programs effectiveness mea- surements. Results: Attending community-based awareness programs have a positive effect on the level of awareness about mental health issues. Data revealed that 70.2% were satisfied with the information given at different events. Overall program quality rating was good among 77.9% of them, 56.7% agreed that the programs’ materials were relevant, and 66.3% (n= 69) of them acknowledged that they gained knowledge and skills. The tendency to recom- mend similar events to a friend was higher among those who have suicide ideation 94% (n= 33) than those who don’t 68.1% (n= 32), and higher among those who lost a loved one from suicide 85.7% (n= 6) than those who have not 78.7% (n= 59). Conclusion: The risk of mental illnesses depends on social factors; therefore its prevention strategies need to address the setting of each of the identities carried by individuals as a necessary step in adapting processes and interventions aiming to achieve the ultimate outcome of better mental health among them.