LivingWorks

LivingWorks is an organization dedicated to suicide prevention training. Founded in 1988, it developed the Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) program, which has become widely used internationally. ASIST is a two-day workshop designed to equip individuals with skills to intervene and support someone who may be at risk of suicide. The training emphasizes a suicide first-aid model, aiming to help participants become comfortable talking about suicide and understanding how to provide immediate safety.

In addition to ASIST, LivingWorks offers other programs such as SafeTalk, a shorter workshop focused on recognizing suicide ideation and connecting people to help, and Connect, a program for caregivers. The organization's mission is to reduce suicide deaths by providing accessible and effective prevention training to communities, workplaces, and institutions. LivingWorks partners with various organizations, including mental health services, educational institutions, and businesses, to deliver its programs. Their training is based on research and has been translated into numerous languages to reach a global audience. The organization aims to foster a community where suicide prevention is a shared responsibility.