This 90 minute workshop will help your organization identify and remove barriers to accessibility in emergency planning. It will provide you with a framework and strategies for ensuring that people with disabilities are considered when preparing for emergency situations. Self-paced, online course options are also available. To register or learn more, please contact m.lyon@telus.net.
Suicide Awareness: Introduction is a 60 to 90-minute session, online or in person, aimed at reducing stigma, increasing awareness, and motivating personal and collective action for suicide prevention. The session opens up a dialogue about suicide, a stigmatized and challenging topic for many. It helps participants understand the nature of suicide in communities, the needs…
safeTALK is a half-day in-person training that teaches participants how to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to support to help keep them safe. People thinking about suicide do not want to die; often, they are looking for a way to manage their emotional pain. safeTALK is an internationally recognized LivingWorks program…
LivingWorks ASIST is the world’s leading suicide intervention training and an empowering program that promotes a whole community response to suicide prevention. In this 2-day in-person workshop, participants learn how to prevent suicide by recognizing signs, providing a skilled intervention, and developing a safety plan to keep someone safe from suicide. Upon completion of the…
In BC’s community service sector—where staff support vulnerable individuals and families in high-stress, emotionally charged environments—conflict is inevitable. Whether it’s tension within your team, disagreements with colleagues, or difficult interactions with clients, how supervisors respond can make all the difference in the world. This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for supervisors working in youth and…
