Follow the WI Suicide Prevention Task Force! May 31, 2019 A group of Wisconsin legislators are tasked with evaluating the current resources for suicide prevention in our state and identifying opportunities to target and assist at-risk individuals. Policy recommendations are expected to be released this fall with the goal of supporting those struggling, promoting trainings to recognize the signs and stopping the rising trend of suicide in Wisconsin. Learn More
NEW Suicide Care Trainings 11/5/2019 In collaboration with Mental Health America of Wisconsin, the Behavioral Health Training Partnership is pleased to offer suicide care trainings for mental health professionals and health care providers supporting individuals who may be at risk of suicide. These four unique training opportunities are made possible through grant funding from the Department of Health Services to promote best practice and evidence-based techniques in recognizing, assessing and managing suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Learn More
PRESS RELEASE: Preview of Suicide in Wisconsin: Impact and Response September 10, 2019 A press release went out on World Suicide Prevention Day, Sept 10, from the Department of Health Services announcing the preview of the full Suicide in Wisconsin: Impact and Response report. It takes all of us to help prevent suicide in Wisconsin. Stay tuned for the full report and ways to advance these prevention strategies in your communities! Learn More
Save the Date! November 26, 2019 The 10th Annual Prevent Suicide Wisconsin Conference will be held on April 29 and Pre-conference trainings will be held on April 28. If you or someone you know would like to submit a proposal for a 75 or 90 minute breakout session for the PSW Conference on April 29, please see our Call for Presentations survey link to submit your information. Learn More