Suicide Prevention Scotland are running two webinars on online harms and suicide prevention.

Session two (this session) will look at social media use in the aftermath of a suicide. To book a place please click "Reserve a spot" on the right hand side of the screen.

This session will be delivered by Dr Jo Bell from the University of Hull and will cover the harmful and protective effects of social media use in the aftermath of a suicide, how social media use can be harnessed to manage trauma, alleviate grief and reach those who need support and provide guidance and recommendations for prevention policy and practice. There will also be time for Q&A.

Further information on the work Jo is involved in is available here https://passhub.org.uk/#home

Session one will look at the Online Safety Act and Social Media. This will take place on 4 December 2024 and you can sign up via this link - Suicide Prevention Scotland: Online Harms Webinar - Session 1 of 2 Tickets, Wed, Dec 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite

Suicide Prevention Scotland: Online Harms Webinar - Session 2 of 2