Edmonton First Responders Suicide Awareness Conference 2023
Since 2017, Legacy Place Society has worked with Alberta’s first responder agencies and military personnel. Together, they host the annual Suicide Awareness Conferences in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. Over 4,000 people have attended, including spouses, partners, and friends from the home front, as well as individuals from law enforcement, emergency services, 911 dispatch, veterans, and the Canadian Armed Forces.
First responders often receive limited suicide awareness training. Their focus is mainly on responding to a crisis. However, suicide awareness involves much more. It includes understanding suicide prevention, grief, and healing, especially when it impacts a colleague, family member, or stranger.
By coming together, we can prevent suicide. Studies show that most people who attempt suicide and receive caring intervention do not reattempt.
Conference Focus: Hope, Awareness, and Wellness
The Edmonton First Responder Suicide Awareness Conference 2023 will reshape the conversation. It will focus on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and wellness. Attendees will gain practical insights, discover valuable resources, and have opportunities to network. The event aims to reduce stigma surrounding suicide.
Keynote Speakers
- Dr. Stacey Freedenthal – Dr. Freedenthal will share her personal story of suicidality, healing, and growth. She’ll cover important topics, such as suicide risk signs, how to talk to someone with suicidal thoughts, and post-suicide recovery. (Author of Loving Someone with Suicidal Thoughts)
- Sheridan Taylor – Sheridan is a Canadian army combat veteran and a suicide survivor. He’ll discuss the depths of despair, and how he fought his way out. He will also talk about the power of hope. (Author of NOT OKAY? OKAY)
- Justine Elliot – As the Director of Clinical Services at The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre, Justine will provide valuable insights on grief and trauma. She will help attendees understand the psychological challenges faced by first responders and their families.
- Amanda Auba – Amanda will share her personal story of loss after the suicide of her husband, Elliott, a 22-year Canadian Forces veteran. She will discuss how she navigated grief and supported her children, while also finding hope and light.
- Allan Kehler – A mental health advocate and bestselling author, Allan will discuss how to overcome mental health challenges and addiction recovery. He will share the relationship between trauma and substance use. (Author of four books on mental health)
Register Now: Edmonton First Responder Suicide Awareness Conference 2023
Join us at the Edmonton First Responders Suicide Awareness Conference on September 27, 2023. Gain knowledge, hear from inspiring speakers, and connect with others committed to suicide prevention and mental wellness.
Register Here: Edmonton First Responders Suicide Awareness Conference – September 27, 2023
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors. Your support helps us continue educating, raising awareness, and providing resources to those who serve our communities and country.
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