Be a hopekeeper with suicide prevention training

Every day, countless individuals face silent battles with thoughts of suicide. By equipping yourself with essential skills, you can be the difference that steers someone back toward hope.

MyndStories and Swayam bring you this Suicide Prevention Workshop to become a certified suicide prevention first aid responder and gatekeeper.

During the session, you’ll learn how to identify the signs of someone in crisis and engage in conversations about suicide with empathy and compassion. You’ll also gain practical skills to offer immediate assistance and create safe environments.

Our workshop will introduce you to a proven suicide prevention model and psychological first aid techniques. No previous experience is required—just a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of others.

About the facilitator

Shrinkhla Sahai is the Lead Psychotherapist and Co-Founder, Swayam Foundation. Shrinkhla holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, MPhil in Cultural Studies, and is a PhD Scholar in Psychology. A certified Senior Suicide Prevention trainer, she has worked on several cases for suicide prevention and SOS crisis counselling.

Shrinkhla is trained in psychotherapeutic suicide intervention programs like CAMS and CBT-SP. She has also supervised and mentored early-career psychologists in suicide prevention cases. In 2024, she designed and facilitated suicide prevention programs for the Indian Army in Hindi and English.

Details of the session

• The workshop will be conducted on Zoom
• The duration is 4 hours

What to expect in this session

Participants will learn how to

• Recognize the signs of someone in crisis
• Start a conversation about suicide with empathy and compassion
• Offer immediate assistance and create a safe environment
• Learn a suicide prevention model and psychological first aid skills

Participants will receive

• a certificate of completion
• a manual for future guidance
• a safety plan template

Participants will receive these within 3-7 days after the workshop.

The benefits of suicide prevention training

Suicide prevention training helps you

• recognize warning signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
• learn how to approach and engage in a conversation with an individual in distress
• learn and practice active listening
• persuade an individual with suicidal thoughts to seek help 
• guide an individual with suicidal thoughts towards professional help

Participant FAQs

• When will I get the event access link?
  We will email you the link 2-3 days before the event

• Is this event for all ages?
  No, this event is only for adults.

• Can someone else attend the event in place of me?
  No, as it would be difficult for us to keep track.

• Can multiple people watch the webinar with me?
  No, only the named participant can take part.

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