Zero-suicide strategies and practices are applicable to system-wide transformation wherever health and behavioral healthcare is delivered, including in the corrections setting. 

Examples of Zero Suicide implementation in corrections include: 

• Developing policies and procedures to help mitigate risk to the institution (Lead)
• Training all staff to recognize warning signs of suicide and respond according to protocol (Train) 
• Collecting data to support continuous quality improvement and positive outcomes (Improve)
• Creating collaborative, person-centered, safety planning that is consistent with the limitations of correctional settings (Engage)

For corrections resources, visit the new Resources for Corrections Settings page on the Zero Suicide Toolkit.

The Education Development Center is sponsoring a National Zero Suicide Academy Online for health and behavioral health professionals working in correctional settings. Registration deadline is October 30, 2024.