LivingWorks safeTALK

Identify people having thoughts of suicide

LivingWorks safeTALK is a 4-hour training that equips people to be more alert to someone thinking of suicide and better able to connect them with further help.

Using a simple yet effective model, LivingWorks safeTALK empowers everyone to make a difference.

With over 120,000 people attending each year, it’s the world’s fastest-growing suicide prevention skills training course.

SafeTALK is open to anyone 15 years or older, regardless of prior experience. Both professionals and members of the general public can benefit from safeTALK.

The LivingWorks safeTALK Experience

In LivingWorks safeTALK you will learn how to reach out to someone thinking about suicide and help them keep safe by promptly connecting them to further support. Your role as a connector is the main focus of this training, which features:

• Trainer presentations, facilitated discussion, and skills practice
• Videos that illustrate what happens when signs of suicide are overlooked, and how you can contribute to safe outcomes when these signs are heard and addressed
• Opportunities to further explore organisational applications of the training
• A community resource person will be on hand at the workshop to support your safety and comfort.

Format

This course is a four-hour face to face workshop (not available as a virtual workshop).

Resources: SafeTALK Pack – includes a participant workbook, pocket card and safeTALK suicide alert helper sticker.

Course brochure