American Association of Suicidology

08/27/2026

September is ***dePreventionAwarenessMonth, and the American Association of Suicidology is proud to present a full series of free webinars all month long, led by researchers and practitioners tackling prevention work as it actually happens — in clinics, schools, workplaces, and more. (CEs available.)

08/26/2026

As submissions open for the 2026 Paul G. Quinnett Lived Experience Writing Competition, we're continuing our look back at 2025's winners with Carrie Badillo, awarded Second Place earlier this year for her powerful piece, Tomorrow will be the day I die.

By choosing to share her story with honesty and vulnerability, Carrie shows that survival is rarely one decision made once and for all — it's made new again, moment by moment. Her experience is a powerful reminder that love and hope can take root even in the middle of grief and isolation, and that one person's willingness to speak can become another person's reason to stay.

Thank you to Carrie Badillo for trusting us with your story and for helping create a future where conversations about su***de are met with compassion, understanding, and hope.

Read Carrie’s full story or share your own at suicidology.org.

If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 — call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org.

08/26/2026

This September, as part of Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, we're offering a Clinical Su***de Bereavement Training with Dr. Nina Gutin.

This 4-hour live remote workshop addresses the unique nature of grief after a su***de loss: how it varies across cultures and demographics, the role of stigma in disclosure and support, and evidence-based guidelines for individual and group treatment with survivors.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 12:30–4:30 PM EST
3.5 CEs available (APA, ASWB, NBCC)
$350 (Licensed Professionals) / $250 (Pre-Licensed Professionals — limited to 8 seats)

Su***de loss carries a grief unlike any other. This training equips clinicians to meet survivors with the understanding and skill they deserve.

Register: https://ow.ly/9NPq50ZFIG2

Explore other featured trainings available this September only at https://ow.ly/w5nR50ZFIG1

08/24/2026

08/12/2026

Submissions are open for the 2026 Paul G. Quinnett Lived Experience Writing Competition.

Since 2015, the American Association of Suicidology and QPR have invited survivors of suicidal thoughts and attempts to share their stories — personal essays on healing, hope, and recovery that help others better understand suicidal experiences.

Every author who submits an eligible essay receives free access to a QPR Pathfinder training course. The top three essays receive cash prizes of $1,500, $1,000, and $500, in addition to a commemorative plaque and recognition from both the American Association of Suicidology and QPR Institute.

🗓 Submissions close October 1, 2026, at 4:59 PM (EST).

08/10/2026

📢 Session Proposals Are Now Open

Since 1968, the American Association of Suicidology has been the professional home for individuals devoted to su***de prevention, intervention, and postvention. However you found your way to this work, there’s a place for you at AAS27.

We invite you to submit session proposals for our 60th annual conference, A Legacy of Hope: 60 Years Advancing Su***de Prevention, taking place April 11-15, 2027, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas (Dallas, TX).

🗓️ Submissions close October 30, 2026 (Poster Presentations: February 1, 2027).

For more information, visit aas27.vfairs.com

08/09/2026

Come visit AAS’s table and meet our CEO, Dr. Jenna Mehnert Baker, at CIT International’s Annual Conference.

08/07/2026

We're proud to stand behind the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs' Plan. Pause. Protect. Community Safety Event on Saturday, August 15.

If you're in or near Greene County, PA, or know someone in the SMVF community who is, please consider attending or sharing this with your network.

Join us on Saturday, August 15, for our Plan. Pause. Protect. Community Safety Event!

This free community event brings together partners and resources to promote safe firearm storage, su***de prevention, and community safety.

Attendees can take part in:

🔹 Safety planning workshops
🔹 Free gun lock boxes and cable locks (while supplies last)
🔹 A community safety resource fair
🔹 And more!

Help us build a safer, stronger community—one conversation at a time. We hope to see you there!

***dePrevention

07/30/2026

Have you registered for the 2026 Su***de Prevention Summit yet?

Join 20 leading experts from the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK for five days of live, online sessions, August 19-23. You'll learn practical strategies for supporting young children and neurodiverse clients, understanding the role of emotion regulation in su***de prevention, and much more.

Admission is free (or $1/hour for on-demand access and extra perks, with 80% of proceeds going to charity) — plus you can earn up to 20 CEs, NBCC and NAADAC approved.

07/20/2026

The American Association of Suicidology is seeking a full-time Strategic Partnerships Manager to drive revenue growth by owning the end-to-end lifecycle of grants and corporate sponsorships. This operational role focuses heavily on process efficiency, donor database optimization, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate will seamlessly manage campaigns for fundraising programs, annual conferences, and grant deadlines.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, or a related field required; Master's strongly preferred

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, donor development, or fundraising

• Project management, exceptional communication, and strong organizational habits optimized for contract tracking and complex event logistics