Beyond Crisis: Supporting Suicide Prevention in the Autistic Community

Presented by Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)

Beyond Crisis: Supporting Suicide Prevention in the Autistic Community

September 17, 2026

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT

Online via Zoom / Recording Available

Dr. Kirby is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy at the University of Utah and Trinity College Dublin. She is one of the field’s leading voices on suicide risk and prevention for Autistic people. This workshop draws directly on her latest findings – research conducted in true partnership with Autistic people, family members, and professionals – to help attendees broaden their approach to prevention and support long before a crisis occurs.

$35 general registration / $60 with 2 MPA CE credits

Live attendance is required to receive CE credits.

AANE can offer participants a reduced fee or free registration through the Jody Acford Memorial Fund. As long as space remains, no one requesting financial aid will be turned away. To request financial aid, send an email to events@aane.org

Register at LINK HERE

If you or someone you know if experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or visit 988lifeline.org/chat for immediate support.

To request accommodations prior to a group meeting, please email groups@aane.org with the full name of the group you are attending, including the date and facilitator name when possible.