IASP is proud to announce the establishment of a new special interest group dedicated to intellectual disability, autism, and neurodiversity.
IASP Announces Shortlisted Nominees for the 2025 Awards
The International Association for Suicide Prevention is pleased to announce the shortlisted nominees for the IASP 2025 Awards, recognising outstanding contributions to suicide prevention, research, education, and advocacy worldwide.
Project Spotlight: The Suraksha Program
The SURAKSHA Project, led by Dr Anish V Cherian and team from NIMHANS, was initiated in collaboration with the Karnataka State Government and Himalaya Wellness Company.
WHO Executive Board 156th session
The 156th session of the WHO Executive Board ran from 3-11 February this year, with the aim of advancing universal health coverage, addressing health emergencies, and improving global well-being.
Women and Suicidal Behaviour at the 10th World Congress of Women’s Mental Health
IASP will co-host a panel on “Women and Suicidal Behaviour” at the 10th World Congress on Women’s Mental Health in March 2025.
Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training for Crisis Intervention Officers
#ZeroSuicideSarawak, in collaboration with the Social Development Council of Sarawak, Hospital Miri, and the Mental Health Association Miri Branch, is launching a comprehensive training initiative in the Northern Zone of Sarawak.
Cycle Around the Globe Returns for 2024
The global community gears up for World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 with the return of Cycle Around the Globe, the annual event from the International Association for Suicide Prevention.
President’s Message
There is much to reflect upon and look forward to as we embark on 2024. As we enter this new year, our shared commitment to preventing suicide and suicidal behaviour remains unwavering.
Growing Momentum for the Development of National Suicide Prevention Strategies: A Letter to the Prime Minister of Canada
National suicide prevention strategies aim to establish a coordinated and sustained multi-sectoral approach to the prevention of suicide, yet only around 40 countries currently have a formalised national strategy to reduce suicides.
