Events and Trainings
ASAP In-Person Workshop
Join us for our first in-person workshop of the year on Wednesday, September 24, 9:30–11:30 AM at Central Vermont Hospital (Berlin, Exit 7 off I-89).
We’ll focus on program setup, tools and strategies, and provide time for peer connection and sharing.
The workshop is free — to register, contact Debby Haskins at asapvermont@gmail.com
Suicide Prevention Symposium
Thursday, September 11, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton, Burlington
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, spread hope, and connect. Join us for a full day of learning, growth, and community at the Suicide Prevention Symposium, hosted by the Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH) and VCPI.
Who should attend: clinicians, peer support workers, educators, people with lived experience, and anyone impacted by suicide.
Highlights include:
Keynote by Anne Moss Rogers, author of Diary of a Broken Mind
Workshops & presentations on prevention strategies
Networking & poster displays
Registration includes: full-day access, materials, meals, and CEU certificate (pending). Scholarships available.
Remember: Suicide is preventable. Help is always available—call or text 988 for 24/7 support.
Past Events
Empowerment with Prevention was the central theme of our recent day-long conference, bringing together Student Assistance Professionals (SAPs), school personnel, prevention consultants, and prevention partners for a dynamic and collaborative event.
This conference focused on how proactive, community-centered strategies can empower individuals and groups to reduce risk, strengthen resilience, and promote overall well-being. By highlighting the vital role prevention plays across health, safety, and social challenges, we aimed to equip participants with practical tools, research-based knowledge, and inspiration to enhance comprehensive prevention programming in their schools and communities.
What We Covered
Through a combination of expert-led keynotes and interactive workshops, attendees had the opportunity to:
Explore evidence-based prevention strategies across multiple sectors
Learn how empowerment leads to sustainable, positive change
Share experiences and collaborate with peers across the state
Deepen their understanding of the SAP role in creating safer, healthier environments