The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) is the nation’s only federally supported resource center advancing the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: The projects focus on critical societal issues such as suicide prevention, which is a significant public health concern[2][3][5].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: By promoting social connectedness, reducing access to lethal means, and integrating suicide prevention into community settings, these projects aim to improve the mental health and overall well-being of individuals[3][5].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: The strategic planning approach and the implementation of community-based suicide prevention programs are designed to create sustainable and effective changes in community practices and policies[2][3].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: The projects enhance community connections, support vulnerable populations, and build infrastructure for suicide prevention, all of which contribute positively to community well-being[3][5].