In Response to General Convention Resolution C014
Self-harm and suicide are at unprecedented levels among our youth. On September 19, NAES joined with youth leaders of The Episcopal Church to respond to General Convention Resolution C014: Suicide Prevention Advocacy and Clergy Training. The resolution encourages institutions and dioceses to offer four hours of suicide prevention education, using evidence-based training, for adults who work with youth.
NAES is interested in gathering resources and models from Episcopal schools that can advance this important work, including but not limited to: resilience training; school-based wellness programs that address depression, stress reduction, and anxiety; suicide prevention training and resources; parent education programs; school mental health teams; and liturgical resources.
NAES will share these with the task force charged to respond to resolution C014. Please email any resources to Ann Mellow, NAES associate director, at ann@episcopalschools.org.