Get Involved in Suicide Prevention
Preserving the historical volunteer ethos of SPIIOW and connecting Island residents to genuine ways to save lives and support mental wellbeing today.
Volunteering & Recruitment Transparency Statement
This page preserves the historical structure of the former SPIIOW website’s "Join Us" section. The former SPIIOW organisation is not currently recruiting operational volunteers, trustees, or staff. To ensure public safety and integrity, we do not list false application forms. Instead, we signpost dedicated community members to legitimate, registered organisations where your time and passion can make a verified difference on the Isle of Wight.
Meaningful Ways to Support Suicide Prevention Today
1. Take Suicide-Alertness Training
The most direct way to protect those around you is to gain the confidence to ask directly about suicide. Complete the free, 20-minute online course from the Zero Suicide Alliance.
Zero Suicide Alliance Training2. Volunteer with Newport Samaritans
The Isle of Wight branch of Samaritans (located on Upper St James Street in Newport) regularly recruits and trains listening and support volunteers to answer national and local calls.
Samaritans Isle of Wight Volunteering3. Support Isle of Wight Youth Trust
Help support mental health for Island children and young people aged 4 to 25 through community fundraising, event volunteering, and youth mental health advocacy.
Isle of Wight Youth Trust Support4. Display Crisis Helpline Signs
If you run a business, sports club, faith group, or community venue on the Isle of Wight, ensure verified emergency numbers (999, NHS 111, 116 123, 85258) are visibly posted in public and staff washrooms.
View Verified Helplines to Share