Year: 1985 Source: National Conference on Youth Suicide, (1985: Washington, D.C.), p.193-196 SIEC No: 19871832

In response to increasing suicide rates among youth, The Union of American Hebrew Congregations Board of Trustees mandated the creation of Yad Tikvah & a Task Force on youth suicide to create a program of prevention. The Task Force plans a 4-part program of education & awareness, directed towards peers, parents, & professionals. Details of program are presented. (NBB)