Our Mission
The Statewide Suicide Prevention Council advises the governor and legislature on issues relating to suicide. In collaboration with communities, faith-based organizations, and public-private entities, the Council works to improve the health and wellness of Alaskans by reducing suicide and its effect on individuals and communities.Alaska Suicide Follow-back Study Final Report - Feb. 2007
Alaska Injury Prevention Center, Ron Perkins
Moving Forward, the DHSS Comprehensive Integrated Mental Health Plan (CIMHP), can be downloaded at the following website address: http://hss.state.ak.us/commissioner/healthplanning/movingforward
Discussion Assistance for Ramy's DVD
30 Second Radio Spots:
Associated in-state links
- The Alaska Mental Health Board
- The Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
- The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority
- ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Annual Reports
Alaska State Suicide Prevention Plan
The Alaska State Plan can be found on the State Plan page
or by clicking here (611 Kb .pdf file).
Scheduled Meetings
- May 5-6, 2008, Anchorage
- May 19-21, 2008, Anchorage – Gatekeeper Train the Trainers (TOT)
Looking for Help?
If you are feeling down or are looking for help for yourself or others, please talk to someone. Here are some resources:
National Suicide
Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255Alaska Community
Mental Health CentersAlaska
CARELINE
1-877-266-HELP
