how does Outlive’s peer support programme work?

Outlive’s peer support programme aims to improve young people’s access to peer support for youth suicide prevention. As part of the programme, we are training a network of young volunteers across Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune as peer supporters to provide chat-based emotional support to youth experiencing distress or having thoughts of ending their life. Outlive’s peer supporters are supported by Outlive peer mentors through individual and group mentoring.

how can young people be a part of outlive’s peer support programme?

Outlive’s peer support programme is run by peer supporters and peer mentors trained by the Outlive team. Young people interested in contributing to youth suicide prevention can join the peer support programme as peer supporters or peer mentors, as per the eligibility criteria mentioned below.

who can apply to be an outlive peer supporter?

You don’t need to have a background or qualification in mental health or suicide prevention to become an Outlive Peer Supporter.

We are looking for young people who:

• are 18-24 years old
• reside in Delhi, Pune, or Mumbai
• are fluent in English, Hindi, or Marathi
• own an android smartphone with internet access

If you are passionate about youth suicide prevention, apply to become an Outlive peer supporter today!

who can apply to be an outlive peer mentor?

We are looking for young people who:

• have recently completed postgraduate degree in clinical/counselling psychology, social work in mental health or related fields
• reside in Delhi, Mumbai, or Pune
• are fluent in English and Hindi/Marathi
• own an android smartphone with internet access
• have strong interpersonal, and verbal & written communication skills
• work well with individuals and groups
• and most importantly, are passionate about youth suicide prevention and keen to help train, support, and mentor peer supporters!

Prior work experience in the following areas is desirable: peer support, working with helplines or suicide prevention support services, counselling, psychosocial support, conducting trainings, and mentoring & supervision. Learn more about becoming a peer mentor.