LivingWorks safetalk

LivingWorks safeTALK is a four-hour training that equips people to be more alert to someone thinking of suicide and better able to connect them with further help. Using a simple yet effective model, LivingWorks safeTALK empowers everyone to make a difference. With over 120,000 people attending each year, it’s the world’s fastest-growing suicide prevention skills training course.

“I learned that supporting someone with thoughts of suicide is to give them respect, patience, and care.”

—Livingworks safeTalk participant in Vietnam

The LivingWorks safeTALK Experience

In LivingWorks safeTALK, you’ll gain the skills to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide and help keep them safe by connecting them to the right support quickly. This training highlights your role as a connector and includes:

  • Trainer-led presentations, guided discussions, and practical skills exercises

  • Insightful videos that show what can happen when suicide warning signs are missed, and how you can make a difference by responding to them

  • Chances to explore how safeTALK can be applied in your workplace or community

  • Support from a community resource person who will be present to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the workshop.

Proven, Evidence-Based Programs

People count on LivingWorks training to build safer communities and workplaces. Thatʼs why weʼre committed to offering programs that are tested, proven, and evidence based. With over 50 peer-reviewed studies and government reports validating the impact of our programs, we have the most robust evidence base in the suicide prevention training field. Like all of LivingWorks’ core programs, LivingWorks safeTALK is evidence-based.

I'm Sandy Sinn, LivingWorks ASIST and safeTalk Trainer, Positive Psychology Practitioner, Youth Mental Health Educator, TEDx, speaker and keynote speaker on DEIB, and advocate for mental health and well-being.

It is my purpose to empower individuals to thrive amidst adversity and promote mental health in various settings. My commitment to suicide prevention is deeply rooted in lived experiences and a profound sense of purpose, driving me to make a difference in communities worldwide.

As a Master ASIST Trainer, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive suicide prevention training and intervention strategies within educational and community settings, equipping individuals with life-assisting skills, fostering understanding and resilience in the realm of suicide prevention.

Train Your Organization!

LivingWorks safeTALK workshops can be arranged for your organization or group, tailored to the needs of your staff, volunteers or members. Our training team can support you with workshop logistics, promotion and a tailored training experience that fits with your existing suicide prevention initiatives or priorities.

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Why Take LivingWorks safeTALK?

This program delivers stronger, longer-lasting skill retention than other connector trainings, ensuring participants feel confident in applying what they learn. It is proven safe for individuals aged 15 and older, with no reported negative effects, making it widely accessible. Most importantly, it helps break down the stigma surrounding suicide, empowering communities to foster open conversations and create safer, more supportive environments.

LivingWorks safeTALK’s Role in Suicide Prevention


LivingWorks safeTALK participants learn to recognize when someone is thinking about suicide and connect them to an intervention provider, such as a LivingWorks ASIST trained helper. In this way, LivingWorks safeTALK participants build a safety network around these intervention providers and greatly increase their reach and impact.

Testimonials

  • "This workshop reminded me that suicide prevention isn’t just a skill—it’s a commitment to being present, to listening, and to believing that every life matters.”

    — Tiffany Chan

  • “I initially felt anxious about discussing such a sensitive topic. However, I learned invaluable skills to recognize signs of suicidal thoughts and engage in compassionate conversations. I hope to see more safeTALK workshops in Hong Kong, as we all have a role to play in fostering a supportive community.”

    — Wincy Lee

  • “As someone pursuing a helping profession, I learned about safeTALK—a powerful initiative by social workers to raise public awareness on suicide alertness in Hong Kong.”

    — Nazmeen Saleem

  • “This experience opened my heart to the silent struggles so many carry. Now I feel ready to be a lifeline in my community—someone who can step up with courage and care. As a future social worker, this training has deepened my passion for building safer, more supportive spaces.”

    — Yuki Tai

  • “We don’t need to have all the answers or be experts. What we need is the willingness to see, the courage to ask, and the heart to listen.”

    — Punam Limbu

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