Communities In Schools of New Mexico provided free school and community suicide prevention trainings across New Mexico from late 2023 through the winter of 2026. This program has recently ended.

The Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program empowers school staff, students and community members with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent suicides. Our trauma informed, culture centered trainings focus on connection, information and resources that promote understanding of youth mental health issues, emphasizing community assets, early detection and effective intervention. Trainings are provided for school staff, youth and community members.

Since Spring 2024, CISNM has facilitated Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention trainings in rural, tribal, and urban communities around the state through a personalized approach to meeting the distinct needs of each school/organization.

3 TRAININGS WERE OFFERED:

Be-A-Link school staff training: 2-3 hours

Ask-4-Help student training: 2 hours

Community training: 2 hours

• We collaborate with each site to provide what is most helpful for your community.
• Each training can be scheduled at your convenience over a single day or multiple days.
• School staff training is open to all certified and non-certified staff members.
• Student training is for middle and high school students.
• We provide all Yellow Ribbon training materials, refreshments and follow-up support if helpful.
• School staff may earn training stipends (if outside contracted hours); additional stipends will be provided to specific school staff who assist with simple data collection and submission.
• Community trainings may include families, elders, civic and spiritual leaders, first responders, and other community members.

Trainings began at the end of August 2024 and extended through the school year

 

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Help is available 24 hours in English and Spanish. You are not alone. No está solo.