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Everyone Has a Role to Play in Preventing Suicide

Statewide Events

  • Wed, Apr 15
    Virtual Conference
    Apr 15, 2026, 8:00 AM – Apr 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
    Virtual Conference
    The 5th annual Symposium is a place where you have the opportunity to: Present recent research findings Stay informed on developments in suicide research Advance inclusive and equitable practices in suicide research and prevention Network, connect, and build a diverse community
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  • Fri, Apr 17
    University of North Dakota
    Apr 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
    University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND 58202, USA
    Healthcare professionals across disciplines are experiencing increased burnout and compassion fatigue. The Cost of Caring Conference is a one-day interdisciplinary professional learning event designed to explore burnout, compassion fatigue, and workforce sustainability.
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ND HOPES is a statewide suicide prevention initiative with a specific focus on western North Dakota.

A partnership between the University of North Dakota and NORC at the University of Chicago, ND HOPES provides programs, resources, and supports for all residents and tailored programming for rural communities, veterans, and youth. Taking a strengths-based approach grounded in positivity, hope, and resilience, ND HOPES aims to reduce suicide morbidity and mortality across the region.

Spreading hope throughout North Dakota, one day at a time.

What We Do

We work with over 25 partner organizations to provide suicide prevention education, training, programs, services, resources, and supports.

55K+

Veterans who live in the state of North Dakota

50%

North Dakota population lives in rural areas

169,115

Youth ages 10 to 24 living in North Dakota

Opportunity

North Dakota Zero Suicide Community of Practice

ND HOPES and the ND THRIVES invite you to join the 2024-2025 North Dakota Zero Suicide Community of Practice (CoP)! The CoP will consist of monthly virtual sessions with our experienced staff to help you successfully implement the Zero Suicide model in your health or behavioral health care clinic or system. Click below for more information!

Featured Resource

North Dakota Suicide Prevention Resource Inventory

Check out our statewide map of existing programs funded and facilitated by multiple partners across the state of North Dakota. This map is designed to assist North Dakota residents in identifying suicide prevention resources in their area.

A screenshot of a map that has markers for different existing programs across North Dakota.
A folded pamphlet with the title "Everyone Has a Role to Play in Preventing Suicide".

How to keep yourself and your loved ones safe

Visit our Lethal Means Safety page to learn how to recognize warning signs, find help, and keep yourself and your loved ones safe. You can also download our Community Care Card, which is a quick reference guide with resources, tips, information, and talking points about lethal means safety.

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