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SUMMARY:Suicide First Aid Lite (SFA Lite) Training – 2026 Community Programme - March 18th
DESCRIPTION:Half-Day Suicide Prevention Training\nAt GibSams\, we believe suicide prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Our 2026 Suicide First Aid Lite (SFA Lite) Community Training Programme equips individuals across Gibraltar with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence to support someone who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide.\nThis practical\, evidence-informed half-day course provides participants with the tools to recognise warning signs\, engage in safe and supportive conversations\, and connect individuals to appropriate professional help.\nBy attending this training\, you become part of a growing network of suicide-aware individuals helping to strengthen Gibraltar’s collective response to suicide risk.\n  \n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is suitable for: \n\nCommunity members\nVolunteers\nManagers and team leaders\nHR professionals\nTeachers and youth workers\nFrontline staff\nAnyone who wants to feel more confident supporting someone in crisis\n\nNo previous experience or qualifications are required. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\nParticipants will: \n\nUnderstand the scale and impact of suicide\nRecognise potential warning signs\nLearn how to approach and begin a conversation about suicide\nDevelop skills to listen safely and respond appropriately\nUnderstand how to signpost and connect someone to professional help\nGain confidence in supporting someone while maintaining appropriate boundaries\n\nThe training combines facilitated discussion\, practical exercises\, and real-world scenarios in a respectful and supportive environment. \n\nYour Trainer\nSean Keating – Certified Suicide First Aid (SFA) Instructor \nSean Keating is a certified Suicide First Aid (SFA) Instructor dedicated to equipping inpiduals and organisations with the skills and confidence to support someone experiencing thoughts of suicide . \nThrough the SFA Lite programme\, Sean delivers practical\, evidence-informed training that empowers participants to recognise warning signs\, engage in safe and supportive conversations\, and connect inpiduals to appropriate professional help . \nAs an experienced mental health and wellbeing trainer\, Sean creates a safe\, respectful learning environment where sensitive topics can be explored with clarity and compassion\, helping to reduce stigma and build confidence in responding to crisis situations . \nSean also facilitates and leads the Walking Together support group for those bereaved by suicide\, providing a compassionate space for inpiduals and families to connect and support one another through grief . \nSean is fully qualified as a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor (Adult and Youth)\, delivers SFA Full Day and Children & Young People courses\, and is trauma and grief/loss trained . \n\nWhy This Training Matters in Gibraltar\nGibraltar is a close-knit community. Knowing how to respond confidently and compassionately when someone may be struggling can make a life-saving difference. \nBy increasing suicide awareness and first aid skills across workplaces\, schools\, and community organisations throughout 2026\, we continue to strengthen our community’s ability to look after one another. \n\nBook Your Place\nSpaces are limited and advance booking is essential. \nIf you would like to secure your place on one of our 2026 courses\, please register via this page or contact: \nadmin@gibsams.gi \nIf your organisation would like to host a private SFA Lite session for staff\, please contact us to discuss group bookings.
URL:https://gibsams.gi/event/suicide-first-aid-lite-sfa-lite-training-2026-community-programme-march-18
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