Rural Resilience

Rural Resilience: Mental Health Education for Youth & Community Leaders on Newfoundland’s West Coast

Empowering Rural Communities Through Mental Health Training & Education

What is Rural Resilience?

Rural Resilience is a mental health education initiative designed to equip youth and those who work with youth on Newfoundland’s West Coast with the knowledge and skills to support mental well-being in their communities. Through evidence-based training, including Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and SafeTALK, this program builds a network of informed, proactive mental health advocates in rural areas.

Developed by CMHA-NL, Rural Resilience ensures youth, educators, community leaders, and service providers have the tools they need to recognize, respond to, and support mental health challenges.

Why Mental Health Training in Rural Communities?

🏠 Limited access to mental health services in rural areas
💬 Early intervention & peer support save lives
🌱 Youth & community leaders play a key role in mental health advocacy

What We Offer

✅ For Youth & Young Adults

• SafeTALK & ASIST training to recognize & respond to mental health crises
• Workshops on resilience, self-care & peer support
• Opportunities to become mental health leaders in their communities

✅ For Educators, Coaches & Community Leaders

• Evidence-based suicide prevention & intervention training
• Practical tools to support youth mental health
• Strategies to build a culture of mental well-being in schools & communities

Who Should Join?

📌 Youth & young adults looking to support their own & their peers’ mental health
📌 Teachers, coaches & youth workers seeking suicide prevention training
📌 Community leaders & service providers who want to strengthen mental health supports

What to Expect

📍 Accessible, expert-led mental health training on Newfoundland’s West Coast
📍 Hands-on workshops & interactive learning experiences
📍 A growing, connected network of mental health champions

Get Involved

🚀 Youth & Young Adults: Sign up for SafeTALK & ASIST training
🚀 Educators & Community Leaders: Access mental health education for your team
🚀 Community Organizations: Partner with us to expand mental health awareness