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The International Association for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to preventing suicide and suicidal behaviour and alleviating its effects. IASP leads the global role in suicide prevention by providing a forum that brings together global perspectives. The ‘Reach In, Reach Out’ podcast series aims to encourage understanding around the complexities of suicide, reduce stigma surrounding the topic and spark meaningful conversations.
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
In this special World Suicide Prevention Day episode of the IASP Reach In, Reach Out podcast, IASP CEO Wendy Orchard is joined by guests Jetha Devapura, CEO and Founder of the CCC Foundation and creator of the Let’sTALK Program, and Dr Mohammed Audu, CEO and Founder of the Dr Mohammed Audu Foundation, Registrar of the Psychotherapeutic & Counseling Research Institute (PCRI) Nigeria, and Chairman of the Africa Suicide Prevention Association (ASPA). Together, they explore this year’s theme, Changing the Narrative on Suicide, reflecting on the power of open dialogue, community-led initiatives, and global collaboration to challenge stigma and inspire hope.
We acknowledge that certain language within this episode is problematic when discussing suicide. Safe language aims to reduce the risk of harm whilst increasing awareness and understanding of suicide and its complexities. IASP promotes a guide to language that does not vilify those who use terminology we advocate against, but encourages the adoption of preferred terminology. Find out more.
Discussions of suicide can be overwhelming; if you are struggling and would like to seek further support, we encourage you to visit Find A Helpline, where you can connect to helpline support near you.
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