LivingWorks safeTALK is a 4-hour, in-person workshop to build skills in suicide prevention. Participants will learn how to recognize and engage with someone thinking about suicide, overcome attitudes that act as barriers to help, talk openly about suicide and connect with intervention resources for further support.
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Program Eligibility
safeTALK workshops are open to U of T St. George students, staff and faculty.
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How The Program Works
Through presentations, audiovisuals, small group discussion and scenario practice, you will learn a 4-step TALK model and practical steps to help activate a suicide alert that connects people having thoughts of suicide with more specialized intervention care and relevant resources.
safeTALK is facilitated by skilled, supportive trainers along with community resource staff who are available and present for participant safety and comfort.
All participants will receive a learning booklet, resources and a Certificate of Completion.
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Program Registration
Central offering for U of T St. George students
Central & By-request offerings for staff, faculty & student leader groups
No current offerings. Please check back for future offerings or contact Health Promotion at health.promotion@utoronto.ca.