The Rotary Club of Colombo East advanced mental health advocacy by organizing a QPR Institute Certified Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. The session equipped participants with essential skills to recognize and support individuals in crisis.

Over 20 participants, including Rotary members, HR professionals, and tech industry professionals, actively engaged in the training. Led by a certified QPR Instructor, attendees learned the QPR method—Question, Persuade, Refer—a simple yet effective approach to assisting individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Special thanks to the Rotary Club of Colombo East for promoting mental wellness and empowering the community. To date, 230 individuals have been QPR certified, with a target of 300.

Through initiatives like this, Rotary continues to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention, equipping communities with the knowledge and tools to support those in crisis.