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2026 Bridging The Divide
Hope in Motion: A Path to Prevent
April 15-16, 2026
More info coming soon!
2026 Bridging the Divide Suicide Awareness and Prevention Summit theme is Hope in Motion: A Path To Prevent.
Breakout and keynote sessions will focus on promising trauma informed practices that address social environments and decrease the likelihood of suicide, assist those who struggle with suicidal thinking, and help survivors of suicide loss regain their equilibrium following a loved one’s suicide attempt or death by suicide.
It will be a 1.5 day experience for 150-200 attendees.
Registration Now Open
SPCC has made a conscious effort to ensure this summit is more accessible than ever. Registration rates have been significantly reduced compared to previous years, and Early Bird pricing is available through March 15, 2026.
Sponsors will receive an access code via email for their complimentary tickets.
Featured Keynote Speakers
Scott LoMurray
Stacey Freedenthal, PhD, LCSW
Ayush Vispute
Wendy Martinez Farmer
New for 2026: Wellness & Learning Add-Ons
A Pre-Conference Mental Health First Aid Class
Tuesday, April 14 8:30-5:00PM
Light breakfast/coffee and lunch will be provided to registered attendees.
This training will be near but offsite from the Conference Hotel.
A Calming Sound Bath, designed to integrate wellness into your conference experience
This will take place at the Denver West Marriott on Wednesday, April 15 from 4:00-5:00pm.
Take a restorative pause during the conference and join us for a brief moment of self-care through sound healing. This gentle sound bath invites you to rest as calming tones and vibrations support relaxation and nervous system regulation. Offered with care and intention, this experience creates space to recharge, reconnect, and return feeling more grounded. No experience is needed. Yoga mats and chairs will be available.
2026 BTD Planning Committee
Rebecca Mitchell
Chair
Paul Henrion | Jennifer Daniels | Erin Ivie | Shannon Harrison | Madison Soukoup
Nikki Lucas (Event Manager)
Scholarships Available
Scholarships are available to help offset the cost of attendance. Please note that Scholarships are only available for Conference Ticket fees, scholarship awardees would need to provide their own transportation and lodging to attend the conference.
Scholarship deadline: March 27, 2026
2026 SPCC Awards Nominations
Help us recognize individuals and organizations making a difference in suicide prevention across Colorado.
The SPCC Advocacy Award - a prestigious award that honors and recognizes those who work tirelessly with lawmakers to enact legislation that will help all Coloradoans reduce or prevent suicide and its impact in our state.
The SPCC Media Award - an esteemed award given to those in the media who are cognizant and careful when reporting about suicide, and its impact on communities in Colorado. Careful reporting can be a useful tool in preventing suicide, and in educating the public.
Nomination deadline: March 16, 2026