IASP 2025

Over the last 15 years IASP has prepared and advanced a vibrant strategy that reflected and targeted current needs of addressing suicidal behaviour and its prevention across the globe. By incorporating an external evaluation and carefully listening to the membership and partners, the Board embarked on a strategic process to formulate organisational direction for 2024 – 2028 that reflects the growing need to reduce suicides. The 2024-2028 strategy is a continuum of the previous strategies and extends to meet higher demands in low and middle-income countries where suicides are more predominant and resources more limited. Focus is on key organisational concepts of inclusivity, diversity and sustainability as a priority, as well as a commitment to collaborative partnerships that spearhead joint action and positive results.

The 33rd World Congress for the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in Vienna 2025 will bring together researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and advocates from around the globe to share knowledge, exchange best practices, and collaborate on strategies to address this pressing public health issue. Our goal is to foster an inclusive, multidisciplinary dialogue that advances understanding, prevention, and intervention strategies for suicide and suicidal behaviours.