Indian Health Service Zero Suicide Initiative Funding Announcement

August 25, 2017

News Type:  Weekly Spark, Weekly Spark Announcement

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has released a funding announcement for a Zero Suicide Initiative. Its purpose is to improve the system of care for those at risk of suicide by implementing a comprehensive, culturally informed, multi-setting approach to suicide prevention in Indian health systems. Eligible applicants include tribes, tribal organizations, urban Indian organizations, and IHS federal facilities. Applications are due by October 12. A technical assistance webinar will be held on September 12 for interested applicants.