We are suicide prevention.
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Zero Suicide International® is a global collaborative dedicated to transforming how the world approaches suicide prevention.
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We unite leaders in healthcare, research, and lived experience to advance the Zero Suicide framework — a system-wide commitment that no one should fall through the cracks when seeking care. Our work is grounded in the belief that suicide is preventable, and that health and community systems can — and must — take responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of every person they serve.
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Our Mission
To eliminate suicide within healthcare and community systems worldwide through leadership, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
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We achieve this by:
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Supporting international collaboration and learning.
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Promoting best practices and shared standards across health systems and communities.
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Partnering to drive real-world action and implementation.
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Elevating lived experience as central to change.
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Strengthening local and national Zero Suicide initiatives.
Our Story
The Zero Suicide model began as a groundbreaking effort in the United States at Henry Ford Health where a series of evidence-informed infrastructure and clinical improvements led to a near 80% reduction in suicide deaths.
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As the model gained momentum around the world — from Australia to the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and beyond — it became clear that a global community of practice was needed to connect these national efforts, share data, facilitate and guide implementation, and accelerate progress.
In response, Zero Suicide International was established as a collaborative platform for global leaders and organizations committed to the same goal:
a world where every healthcare and community system works toward zero suicides.
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Our Work
Today
Zero Suicide International serves as a convener, connector, and implementer for supporting suicide prevention leaders and organizations worldwide. Our efforts include:
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Hosting the Zero Suicide Summit, an international convening that brings together innovators, implementers, researchers, policymakers, and advocates every two years.
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Facilitating global knowledge exchange through webinars, partnerships, policy and advocacy, and shared learning.
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Supporting the growth of national and regional Zero Suicide initiatives in diverse cultural and healthcare contexts through Regional Alliances.
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Promoting implementation and evaluation, ensuring that the work is integrated, adaptable and evidence-based.
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Generating real-world global innovation through research and development.
Looking Ahead
Our vision is clear: to embed the principles of Zero Suicide into every healthcare and community system that touches a life.
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Through continued collaboration, shared learning, and commitment to compassionate care, Zero Suicide International is driving global progress toward a world without suicide.
SAVE THE DATE:
6th Zero Suicide Summit
Bali, Indonesia October 2026
This global gathering will bring together leaders in healthcare, policy, lived experience, community, and research to advance the conversation on suicide prevention, share innovations, and strengthen our worldwide commitment to Zero Suicide.
Join us in Bali to be part of shaping the future of suicide prevention. Please submit your name and email below to join our pre-registration list. We will contact you when registration opens.