We Believe
At PROSPER, we believe in a future where every individual has the strength, support and resources to overcome life’s darkest moments.
United in our mission to prevent suicide globally, we collaborate with communities, educational institutions, policymakers, governments, faith leaders, first responders, and healthcare organizations to address and reduce systemic risk factors.
About Us
Our Approach
Through prevention, intervention, and postvention, we unite communities by honoring their shared culture and values. Suicide prevention requires trust and empowerment, meeting people where they are, not where we expect them to be.
Our Mission
To reduce suicide risk in communities through strength-based, culturally consistent education, empowerment, and community engagement. We invite you to learn more about how PROSPER can help your community.
Our Communities
PROSPER is a global coalition spanning cultures and nations dedicated to reducing suicide risk through culturally responsive education and long-term community empowerment, fostering a world that values life and strengthens bonds.
Powered by NCR Behavioral Health
NCR Behavioral Health is the parent organization of PROSPER and a national leader in transforming behavioral health systems. NCR delivers culturally grounded, evidence-based solutions in behavioral health integration, workforce development, and system improvement. By aligning organizational leadership with community stakeholders, NCR drives meaningful, measurable change across communities.
Learn MoreFounder and Principal
Meet Dr. Kent A. Corso, Psy.D., BCBA-D
Suicide Prevention Expert and Founder of PROSPER
Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified behavior analyst, and internationally recognized expert in suicidology and integrated behavioral healthcare. His career began over 20 years ago while serving in the U.S. Air Force, where he led behavioral health innovations within military and primary care systems. He is the founder of PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention program and method that has been implemented in clinical, community, operational, educational, and industrial settings. He has developed, implemented, and evaluated suicide prevention programs throughout North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. A thought leader in the field, Dr. Corso has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications on suicide prevention and the behavioral sciences. He is an expert in novel scientific methods and technologies for analyzing suicide.
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Join a national network leading suicide prevention through practical, proven strategies. No travel or prior experience required—just a passion for helping others and strengthening your community.
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Learn MoreWhat People Are Saying About Prosper
Tailored Training
Dey Lynn Stebner, MS, LPC,NCC
- Chief Program Officer
Enhanced Competence
"I attended the PROSPER training led by Kent Corso and it's the best I've experienced. As a licensed mental health provider, I now confidently use current best practices in suicide risk assessment. It’s empowered me to provide person-centered care effectively, and I've recommended it to all my colleagues."
- Mental Health Provider
Solid Foundation
Through PROSPER and the on-going supervision of Dr Kent Corso our organisation has enhanced our ability to support individuals struggling with suicidal ideation or with previous attempts. PROSPER's person-centred approach recognises that each individual is the expert of their own experiences. This philosophy ensures that those we serve feel genuinely heard, seen, and understood, laying a solid foundation for meaningful progress. Moreover, PROSPER has equipped our organisation with innovative solutions and effective strategies, enabling us to make a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals.
Jessica Aviles, MS, BCBA, UKBA
- Chief Clinical Officer
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