CALM is an evidence-based Australian training program designed to empower individuals to recognise, respond to, and prevent suicide. Through interactive workshops, participants learn to have CALM conversations that reduce stigma, promote help-seeking, and provide life-saving support. Delivered in a respectful and inclusive environment, CALM equips attendees with practical tools to create safety plans, deeply listen, and guide individuals toward hope.
The CALM model to guide you through all four stages of suicide intervention.
A 24-page workbook filled with practical guidance, helpline resources, and key takeaways.
Access to the “Be Calm” app to support interventions in real time.
The “Be Safe” app or worksheet to help individuals create and document their safety plan.
A wallet card with prompts for effective interventions.
Additional reading materials to deepen your knowledge.
A printed certificate of attendance, presented by a fully accredited CALM trainer.
Recognise signs that someone may be thinking about suicide.
Learn effective ways to ask someone about suicide.
Comfortably hold conversations after asking about suicide.
Help someone express their worries and reduce feelings of judgment.
Work with the person to create a safety plan and explore alternatives to suicide.
Use and guide the person in using the 'Be CALM' and 'Be Safe' apps.
Monitor and follow up on the person’s progress to ensure ongoing safety and
1-day workshop (In-person or virtual facilitator-led)
Small organisations
Big organisations
I have done a lot of training and by far this was one of the best I’ve sat in. I feel more confident responding in ways that sit within the CALM model. Thank you for this opportunity.
I thought it was a very thorough course and very well presented. I found the training book a good resource and helpful to have to hand during the session and I appreciated that we bot to view it well before to read through.
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