Workshop on Youth Suicide Prevention: A Community Approach

Forward to a Friend Details When: October 30 & 31, 2012 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Where: USF Tampa Campus College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Room MHC 2527 Tampa, FL 33612 For fees and additional information: Visit the website Contact: Steve Roggenbaum 813-974-6149 Kathy Lazear 813-974-6135 Next Workshop: October 30 & 31, 2012 (Register Now) Workshop on Youth Suicide Prevention: A Community Approach This interactive 2-day workshop will provide opportunities for participants to gain the latest research-based information; engage in experiential exercises; assess and plan a comprehensive, public health approach for suicide prevention; and share ideas and information in large and small group discussions. A follow-up opportunity two months after the workshop will re-connect participants on a group conference call to share community updates and progress of their suicide prevention efforts, discuss any challenges they have encountered in planning and implementation, and be informed of current state and national youth suicide prevention initiatives. View flyer (pdf). Workshop Goals Upon completion of the Workshop, you will: Gain knowledge and skill in planning a community approach to youth suicide prevention. Enhance your understanding of a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention framework and resources. Work as team or individually to assess your communities readiness and develop strategies for a community approach to youth suicide prevention. Understand how a public health approach can be used for community suicide prevention activities.