The IASP Ella Arensman Special Lecture Award: Bridging the Gap between Research, Implementation and Policy

IASP Ella Arensman Special Lecture Award

The Ella Arensman Special Lecture Award is a prestigious award established by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) to honor individuals whose work bridges the critical gap between research, policy, and practice in suicide prevention. This award is named after Professor Ella Arensman, who has been a committed member of IASP for over 20 years and served as a board member for 8 years. Her leadership has significantly shaped the strategic direction of IASP and advanced global approaches to suicide prevention. The award recognizes Professor Arensman's profound and lasting impact in the field, as well as her dedication to reducing suicide and self-harm through evidence-based research, strategic policy development, and international collaboration