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  1. Collaborate with our professional and public networks
  2. Lobby Government for best practice in suicide prevention
  3. Contribute to sector policy and projects

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News

#NSPC18 Collaboration in Action
3 August 2018

Were you amongst the 630 delegates who joined us in Adelaide from July 23-27? If you were, then like me I’m sure you were moved by the energy and optimism that pervaded every conference venue. The thrum of hundreds of people sharing, learning, inspiring and being inspired...

Media Release - Announcing 2018 national LiFE Award for Excellence in Suicide Prevention Winners
25 July 2018

In 2018 Suicide Prevention Australia (SPA) is celebrated the 15th Annual LiFE Awards recognising excellence in suicide prevention.

Media Release: New discussion paper challenges Australia’s views on the role of mental illness and suicide prevention
23 July 2018

Adelaide, Australia: Today at Suicide Prevention Australia’s National Suicide Prevention Conference, Chief Executive Nieves Murray will launch a paper that challenges Australia’s view of the role of mental illness when it comes to suicide prevention.

 

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Conversations Matter is a practical online resource to support safe and effective community discussions about suicide.

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Suicide prevention is everyone's business. Explore this website to find out what you can do for your community.