LivingWorks safeTALK is a training program designed to teach individuals how to recognise then effectively communicate with someone who may be thinking about suicide. The advantages of attending a safeTALK presentation include: 1. Increased Awareness: Participants learn to recognise individuals who might have thoughts of suicide, understanding that thoughts of suicide are more common than most people realise. 2. Communication Skills: The program teaches practical skills to engage in a direct and open conversation about suicide which can be challenging for many people. This short workshop provides a clear framework for how to talk about suicide safely. 3. Connecting with Help: safeTALK emphasises the importance of connecting individuals with thoughts of suicide to professional help and resources. Participants learn how to act as a bridge to professional help, rather than taking on the role of a counsellor or therapist. 4. Prevention and Safety Planning: By promoting awareness and proactive communication, safeTALK contributes to creating safer communities where people with thoughts of suicide are less likely to go unnoticed.
5. Empowerment: Participants leave the training feeling more competent and confident in their ability to help prevent suicide. It demystifies the topic of suicide, making it more approachable for discussion and intervention. 6. Community Impact : safeTALK-trained individuals can significantly impact their communities by fostering a more open, supportive environment where people are encouraged to speak up if they're struggling. 7. Accessibility: The program is designed for anyone over the age of 15, making it accessible to a wide range of participants, from educators and healthcare professionals to community members and corporate employees. 8. Evidence-Based: LivingWorks programs are developed based on evidence and research in the field of suicide prevention, ensuring that participants receive accurate and effective training. 9. Support Network: Participants often find themselves part of a community of individuals committed to suicide prevention, providing opportunities for networking and support. 10. Professional Development: For professionals in many fields, safeTALK training is recognised as valuable professional development, enhancing their ability to support clients, students, or colleagues.
I enjoyed this educational seminar and I believe it should be made mandatory for all disability sectors. I think it should be done yearly just like first aid training.
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