PAPYRUS - Free Suicide Prevention Training Opportunity for professionals
PAPYRUS has been awarded funding from the Laura’s Light Fund, to provide fully funded training for those working with vulnerable young people (under 18s), fostering sustainable suicide-safer communities in London and Essex. The aim is to equip participants with skills to identify warning signs, intervene effectively, and reduce stigma around mental health and suicide among vulnerable young people.
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To consider personal and societal attitudes to suicide
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To learn the most widely used suicide prevention model in the world
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To recognise, and act on, the signs that someone is having thoughts of suicide
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To seek a shared understanding of the reasons for thoughts of suicide and identify reasons for living
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To review current risk and develop a joint plan to keep someone safe from suicide, signposting for further help and community resources as needed.
The training will take place on 25th and 26th September between 9am–5pm at University Square Stratford, UEL, E15 1NF.
Please email Ho-yen.tsang@papyrus-uk.org if you are interested in a place or have further questions, spaces are limited.