The World Health Assembly (WHA), the biggest global health event of the year, was held from 27th May to 1st June 2024.
#IASPBANGKOK2024 ECR Daily Blog – Day2
My excitement for the day ahead, which was already high, soared as I crossed the bustling lobby and stepped into the packed ballroom for the plenary session. Owing to the Early Career Researcher pre-conference workshop, I could spot some familiar faces to sit next to. All three speakers ensured a stimulating start to the day.
#IASPBANGKOK2024 ECR Daily Blog – Day 1
“Have you eaten today?” This simple yet powerful phrase, delivered during Dr Onie’s keynote speech, summarised the first day of the 11th Asia Pacific Conference.
IASP Launches New Five Year Organisational Strategy
IASP is delighted to introduce our organisational strategy for 2024-2028. The unveiling of the IASP’s new strategy marks a significant milestone in the global effort to prevent suicide, setting a roadmap for coordinated action over the next five years and beyond. This strategy builds upon our previous successes and expands to […]
IASP Policy Position on National Suicide Prevention Strategies
In September 2023, the IASP Membership ratified a Policy Position recommending that every country should adopt, or make progress towards the adoption of a national suicide prevention strategy aimed at reducing rates of suicidal behaviour.
#IASPPIRAN2023 ECR Daily Blog – Day 4
It’s the last day of the conference. Telling you about it seems like a big responsibility. So, let’s get started without wasting any more words.
#IASPPIRAN2023 ECR Daily Blog – Day 3
The first lecture was presented by Prof. Vita Poštuvan who started the presentation with a provocative question of whether we all panicked unnecessarily, or should we still be concerned?
#IASPPIRAN2023 ECR Daily Blog – Opening Ceremony & Day 2
It was so exciting to be a part of this community of academics, researchers, clinicians, crisis workers, lived experience, and volunteers from different countries all around the world.
Creating Hope Through Action on World Suicide Prevention Day 2023
The 10th of September is World Suicide Prevention Day. On this day, we encourage all to ‘Create Hope Through Action’ to draw attention to this important public health issue globally and to disseminate the message that suicides are preventable. By encouraging understanding, reaching in and sharing experiences, this theme gives […]
