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    Crisis Response

    Systems and Models of Care

    A17 - Making the 988 Lifeline Safer: Integrating Imminent Risk Data With the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention

    Monday, May 5, 2025
    10:15 AM – 11:15 AM ET
    Location: 103C

    Unrestricted Education Sponsor 
    NASW CCB ACCME ANCC APA NY-SW NY-MHC NADAAC NBCC
    This 60-minute panel discussion is focused on improving crisis intervention practices by aligning findings from a Vibrant white paper on 988 Lifeline imminent risk data with the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. Expert panelists will provide insights on current data limitations, nondiscriminatory response strategies and integrating health accessibility into crisis care. Attendees will leave with practical approaches for enhancing their crisis intervention efforts.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Identify key limitations in current imminent risk data and suggest areas for improvement to enhance data quality.
    • Discuss strategies for implementing fair and safer imminent risk responses across different communities.
    • Outline practical steps for incorporating key data insights and considerations for practicing fair health strategies into existing crisis response practices.