Community resources

Using these resources

Conversations Matter has been developed to assist communities to talk about suicide in ways that breaks down stigma and increase understanding and support for those who may be thinking about suicide and those affected by suicide. The resources have been developed in separate modules covering different types of conversations.

Core principles for guiding community conversations

A series of evidence-informed core principles to guide community conversations have been developed, these are available now for download and use in your planning and practice.

Group discussions about suicide prevention

A summary of issues to consider when talking broadly about the issue of suicide and suicide prevention in a group setting.

Talking with a child about a suicide

When a child needs to be informed of a death, it can be difficult to know what to say and how to explain it. A first response may be to…

Those bereaved by suicide

Basic tips on what to say and what to do when you know someone who lost a family member or close friend to suicide.

When communities are affected by suicide

When a suicide occurs, the effects can be far-reaching. Questions come up about who to tell and what to say. While the death should not be kept a secret, some…

When someone is thinking about suicide

Basic tips on what to say and what to do when you are worried someone you know may be thinking about suicide.

When talking to media about suicide

Whether you’re sharing a personal experience, asked to do an interview, or want to promote suicide prevention, this fact sheet provides tips on ways to talk to media about suicide.

Community resources

Using these resources

Core principles for guiding community conversations

Group discussions about suicide prevention

Talking with a child about a suicide

Those bereaved by suicide

When communities are affected by suicide

When someone is thinking about suicide

When talking to media about suicide

Community resources

Priority populations

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