Launch of SIG on Youth Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention
IASP announces the launch of a new SIG focused on youth self-harm and suicide prevention.
IASP announces the launch of a new SIG focused on youth self-harm and suicide prevention.
At the IASP 33rd World Congress, Mental Health First Aid International fully embraced its role as Mental Health Partner, celebrating 25 years of global innovation and reach.
As someone working on suicide prevention and mental health among the healthcare workforce in LMICs, this congress gave me a chance to learn, share, and connect.
I’m delighted to share with you some personal highlights and reflections from the 33rd IASP World Congress.
Partnerships for Life is a flagship initiative established by the International Association for Suicide Prevention that aims to expedite efforts globally to reduce the incidence of suicide and suicidal behaviour.
The ‘Reach In, Reach Out’ podcast series aims to encourage understanding around the complexities of suicide, reduce stigma surrounding the topic and spark meaningful conversations.
IASP’s COVID-19 Resource Centre aims to provide information for those seeking resources related to the pandemic and suicidal behaviour, suicidal ideation and self-harm.
At #IASPVIENNA2025, @MHFAIntl celebrated 25 years of global reach with a powerful fireside chat on building global capacity for mental health & suicide prevention, highlighting the need for cultural relevance, local leadership & peer-led models.
IASP ECG Co-Chair, Dr Innocent H. Peter @nyarusato was proud to attend #IASPVIENNA2025 in June. He highlights the importance of tackling barriers still preventing people from the Global South from joining global conversations on suicide prevention.