Zero Suicide initiative

The Zero Suicide initiative is a commitment within the healthcare system aimed at preventing suicide, particularly among individuals in mental health services. It promotes a comprehensive approach that includes training staff, providing effective care, ensuring follow-up support, and creating a culture of safety and hope. The goal is to reduce suicides to zero through proactive measures, improved communication, and continuous improvement of mental health services. This initiative emphasizes that suicide is preventable and fosters collaboration among healthcare providers, patients, and communities to create a supportive environment for those at risk.