Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Workshop

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two day workshop designed for professionals and para-professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular contact with people at risk of suicide. This workshop aims to help participants:
 Gain an understanding of the problem of suicide
 Identify suicide risk
 Provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention
 Develop appropriate intervention skills
 Understand the limits to confidentiality
 Understand the importance of consultation
 Gain an understanding of self-harming behavior
 Gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal behaviors
 Understand the importance of postvention
Note: Participants need to be aware that the workshop is intense and demanding. They are encouraged to consider the potential emotional impact (on themselves) before attending the workshop.