A new initiative to make us all more aware of suicide and how we can be prepared to spot the signs and intervene, Ohana Zero Suicide was launched in Ireland and has gained real traction within the sporting and business communities.
Now the team behind it, including Su Carty, one of Ireland’s representatives on the World Rugby Council, has launched a Corporate Award to encourage greater organisational awareness.
Completing the short online course is a major step towards perhaps saving a life and encouraging your colleagues to do so is now to be recognised.
Working life is tougher than ever right now. Days are short, light is in short supply. Many of us are continuing to work from home, away from the uplifting company of colleagues around us.
Our colleagues and friends may feel isolated and alone. We can all be there to support each other – and you can help empower your employees to reach out.
The Ohana ZERO suicide training is free but powerful. It enables participants to identify the signs that someone may be suicidal, to employ the correct language in asking the appropriate questions and to ultimately direct that person to the appropriate help.
It takes just 20-40 minutes and each person receives a PDF certificate that recognises their having completed the course.
Now a new Corporate Award scheme enables employers or sporting organisations to earn a Gold or Platinum Award if 50 or 75 per cent of their workforce completes the training.
There will be recognition across social media and LinkedIn and a designated page on the Ohana ZERO suicide website where all award-winning companies will have their logo on display and a hyperlink to the company’s own website.
It’s a no-cost way to perhaps gain the priceless gift of saving a life. You can take the first step here or find out more about the Corporate Award email ohanazerosuicide@gmail.com
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