Suicide Awareness & Prevention Summit

May 19-22, 2008

Place:  Regis University; Denver, CO

Purpose:

To bring together diverse national stakeholders and to develop a united front of understanding and effort toward improved suicide awareness and prevention.

Tracks:	Mental Health Service Providers
	Mental Health Consumers/Families and Suicide Survivors
	Community Stakeholders - Veterans, First Responders, Coroners, Faith Leaders
	Education Professionals
	Workplaces

Special Features:
	Keynotes by renowned experts such as Dr. Thomas Joiner (author of "Why People Die by Suicide"), Dr. Paul Quinnett (founder of Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program), and Dr. Jerry Reed (Executive Director of SPAN)
	High powered panels and engaging workshops
	Awards banquet (Advocacy and Media Awards)
	Healing ceremony

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS (Deadline February 15, 2008)

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS - Recognizing Leaders in Suicide Prevention

Three awardees will be recognized at the 2008 Bridging the Divide Conference:

• Outstanding Advocacy (Individual)
• Outstanding Advocacy (Grassroots Advocacy Group)
• Media Award