About PROSPER | Strength-Based Suicide Prevention

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Innovation in Suicide Prevention: Let’s PROSPER Together!

Suicide is not just a mental health issue—it is a complex societal challenge, comparable to poverty, homelessness, and crime. Many communities struggle to maintain reductions in suicide rates, while others lack culturally tailored, sustainable solutions. A one-size-fits-all approach does not work. Instead, sustainable prevention requires dynamic, evidence-based models that foster connectedness, resilience, and trust. By moving beyond reactive hospitalization to patient-centered, strength-based strategies derived from the latest suicidology research, we can reduce long-term suicide risks, empower individuals, and create thriving communities.

The PROSPER model—Proactive Reduction Of Suicides in Populations via Evidence-based Research—transforms the conversation. It equips individuals with practical tools, encourages community engagement, and inspires collective action to save lives. Together, we can foster change, reduce stigma, and build a foundation for lasting hope.

Our Story

PROSPER began with a small group of committed individuals who shared the belief that while every life is precious, effective change requires innovative approaches. What started as a focused effort to bridge the gap between research and practice has evolved into a global network of advocates, experts, and communities united by a shared mission. Today, PROSPER connects diverse professionals, including healthcare providers, educators, first responders, faith leaders, and community members, in a collective effort to inspire hope, foster resilience, and transform suicide prevention globally.

We envision a world where people feel empowered to act when they see someone in distress. By building community trust, cultivating shared values, and inspiring care, we create a network of individuals equipped to intervene, support, and connect. Suicide prevention extends beyond the mental health system—it demands a unified societal approach. Together, we can shift the culture from silence to action and create a world where everyone PROSPERs.

Through hands-on training, data-driven strategies, and collaboration, PROSPER drives measurable change. In 2024, over 1,500 participants across diverse professions reported significant improvements in confidence, competence, and comfort in assisting individuals in distress. By fostering culturally responsive approaches and building sustainable capacity, PROSPER sparks meaningful conversations, transforming communities and creating a safer, more resilient world.

PROSPER thrives on collaboration. Our partnerships span healthcare systems, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and local governments. By investing in prevention, intervention, and postvention efforts, we unite resources, amplify impact, and ensure sustained results. Together, we create a ripple effect that strengthens families, communities, and society at large.

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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.

Meet Dr. Lesley Manson, Psy.D

Master Trainer in PROSPER

Dr. Lesley Manson is an internationally recognized leader in integrated behavioral healthcare, with over two decades of experience in clinical practice, healthcare management, and systems consultation. She is a master trainer in PROSPER and Motivational Interviewing and has helped lead national and regional efforts to build suicide prevention and postvention into educational, healthcare, and community based systems of care. Her work focuses on the intersection of behavioral health, public health, and healthcare delivery—designing fiscally sustainable, outcomes-driven models of care that improve outcomes and reduce risk. She has led national and international initiatives including Project ECHOs and workforce development campaigns, with a specific focus on behavioral health and suicide prevention training across healthcare, education, and public safety sectors.

Meet William E. Miller, M.A.Ed.

Director of Curriculum and Design | Ph.D. Candidate

William E. Miller is a certified teacher and Ph.D. candidate in Education with a specialization in Curriculum and Design at Liberty University. He serves as the Director of Curriculum and Design for PROSPER, where he develops evidence-based suicide prevention programs that are culturally adaptive and community-driven. Collaborating with educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers, he implements strategies that reduce suicide risk and foster open, life-affirming conversations. His work spans research, curriculum development, and public awareness initiatives focused on breaking stigma and strengthening prevention efforts. His current research explores how technology and social media impact youth mental health and suicide risk—and how curriculum can be designed to address these challenges. Based in Long Island, he continues to lead suicide prevention initiatives in Wyoming and beyond.

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