This November, the International Association for Suicide Prevention Pan-American Conference will take place in Minneapolis, USA, bringing together leading, policymakers, practitioners and those with lived experience to address suicide prevention needs across the Americas.
Global Mental Health in Motion: Looking Back, Looking Forward
The World Health Organisation (WHO) held its 2024 Mental Health Forum from October 9-10, marking the first in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic.
IASP Early Career Group Seeks Six New Co-Chairs
The International Association for Suicide Prevention’s (IASP) Early Career Group (ECG) is now recruiting six new co-chairs to represent each of the six World Health Organization (WHO) regions.
President’s Message
As World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) draws closer, I am delighted to share that we now have a suite of resources available on our website including banners in multiple languages, outreach briefs, and much more. As I noted in my last update, the theme for 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative […]
Reflections on the 77th World Health Assembly 2024
The World Health Assembly (WHA), the biggest global health event of the year, was held from 27th May to 1st June 2024.
#IASPBANGKOK2024 ECR Daily Blog – Day2
My excitement for the day ahead, which was already high, soared as I crossed the bustling lobby and stepped into the packed ballroom for the plenary session. Owing to the Early Career Researcher pre-conference workshop, I could spot some familiar faces to sit next to. All three speakers ensured a stimulating start to the day.
#IASPBANGKOK2024 ECR Daily Blog – Day 1
“Have you eaten today?” This simple yet powerful phrase, delivered during Dr Onie’s keynote speech, summarised the first day of the 11th Asia Pacific Conference.
IASP Launches New Five Year Organisational Strategy
IASP is delighted to introduce our organisational strategy for 2024-2028. The unveiling of the IASP’s new strategy marks a significant milestone in the global effort to prevent suicide, setting a roadmap for coordinated action over the next five years and beyond. This strategy builds upon our previous successes and expands to […]
IASP Policy Position on National Suicide Prevention Strategies
In September 2023, the IASP Membership ratified a Policy Position recommending that every country should adopt, or make progress towards the adoption of a national suicide prevention strategy aimed at reducing rates of suicidal behaviour.
