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Nominations Open for the 2027 Annual Awards
Since 1971, the American Association of Suicidology has recognized individuals and organizations whose work has empowered communities, inspired hope, and prevented suicide. AAS is now accepting nominations for its 2...
American Association of Suicidology Partners with Center for...
CAMP HILL, Pa. — Aug. 31, 2026 — The American Association of Suicidology (AAS), the nation’s largest and oldest suicide prevention membership association, today announced a new partnership with the Center for ...
American Association of Suicidology and QPR Institute Open 2...
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS), in collaboration with the QPR Institute, today announced that submissions are open for the 2026 Paul G. Quinnett Lived Experience Writing Competition. Since 2015, the c...
AAS27 Session Proposals Now Open
The American Association of Suicidology’s annual conference returns April 11-15, 2027, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Session proposals are now open for the following: Submission Period Opens: Friday, August ...
State Action Required to Strengthen Behavioral Health Crisis...
For nearly two centuries, the United States has struggled to build humane and effective responses to mental health crises. Today, the consequences of fragmented systems remain clear: individuals experiencing mental ...
AAS Approved as ASWB Continuing Education Provider for Socia...
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) has been approved as a continuing education (CE) provider by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), expanding access to accredited, evidence‑informed suicide pr...
AAS Approved as DoD Prevention Provider for IPPW D-CPPP CPEs
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) has been approved as a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) prevention provider for the Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce Credentialing Program for Prevention Personne...
Statement on a Recent Incident Involving Domestic Violence a...
The American Association of Suicidology is deeply saddened by the tragic domestic violence and murder-suicide involving former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and his wife, Cerina Fairfax. We extend our condolences...
Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision in Chiles v...
The American Association of Suicidology (AAS) is alarmed by the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision yesterday to treat conversion therapy as constitutionally protected free speech. We respect the legal process; however,...