August 2026 Striving for Progress Collaborative Series
Published
LENS August 18, 2026 10 a.m -12 p.m.
Striving for Progress Collaborative Series
Topic: QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Location: Virtual
The mission of the "QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training" is to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing evidence-based suicide prevention training. Knowing how to address this sensitive issue can empower individuals to reach out and help someone in need. Just like CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver have saved thousands of lives each year, learning to recognize the warning signs of suicide and the steps of Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) can save the life of a friend, coworker, family member, or neighbor.
Developed by the QPR Institute, this 2-hour training is designed for all people concerned about helping others with mental health and substance use challenges, regardless of their background. QPR is an emergency mental health intervention for persons considering suicide. Participants will learn skills to identify and interrupt a crisis and direct someone to proper care.
What will you learn?
-Recognize the warning signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
-Ask direct or indirect questions to someone having suicidal thoughts
-Practice active listening
-Persuade someone to go for help
-Refer someone to appropriate help
Developed by the QPR Institute, this 2-hour training is designed for all people concerned about helping others with mental health and substance use challenges, regardless of their background. QPR is an emergency mental health intervention for persons considering suicide. Participants will learn skills to identify and interrupt a crisis and direct someone to proper care.
What will you learn?
-Recognize the warning signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
-Ask direct or indirect questions to someone having suicidal thoughts
-Practice active listening
-Persuade someone to go for help
-Refer someone to appropriate help
Save the date for our upcoming sessions and register below! Session topics will be announced in advance and chosen based on feedback.
Click here to register for the remaining sessions in this series!
Tuesday, August 18 | 10am-12pm - Virtual
Tuesday, August 18 | 10am-12pm - Virtual
Tuesday, October 20 | 10am-11:30am - Location TBD
Space is limited. You must be registered to attend. Registration will close once the training is full or two days before the scheduled session. Virtual sessions will be held via Zoom, and the link will be emailed a few days prior to the session. Trainings may be canceled if there are insufficient registrants.
