As part of The American Legion Be the One mission to end veteran suicide, we have joined forces with Columbia University to develop training for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding with veterans who may be in crisis.
After the training, participants will be able to:
- Use the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale to determine at-risk individuals.
- Identify risk factors and warning signs
- Outline the types of suicidal ideation and four behaviors that indicate imminent risk.
- Communicate effectively with an individual who may be at risk of hurting themselves.
Members of The American Legion Family are encouraged to take part in this training and share the training with their communities. Check back to this page or subscribe to The American Legion Online Update newsletter to receive information about new training opportunities as they become available.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All attendees will be asked to complete an online survey before the class and upon completion. These surveys help track the effectiveness of the training and allow us to plan for future development.
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE PRE-SESSION SURVEY.
UPCOMING ONLINE SESSIONS
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National Convention Focus Groups
What: Be the One Focus Groups (confidential, peer-based discussion)
Who: Open to all American Legion Family members who have completed the Columbia Protocol training in support of Be the One
When: Sunday, Aug. 24 and Tuesday, Aug. 26 (multiple session times available)
Where: Rooms 301–302, Tampa Convention Center
How to Register: https://forms.office.com/r/wmyfhSJkpG
Days and times available:
Sunday, Aug. 24: 9-10 a.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24: 12-1 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24: 2-3 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 26: 9-10 a.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 26: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 26: 1-2 p.m.