Peer Listener Certification Program — Training the Next Generation of Helpers

The Peer Listener Certification Program trains youth and college students to offer safe, compassionate support to peers experiencing emotional distress. Developed with input from licensed professionals, this program builds empathy, confidence, and communication skills that can be applied in schools, clubs, or community settings.

Training modules cover:
• Understanding Mental Health and Suicide Risk
• Active Listening and Crisis Response
• Cultural Sensitivity and Trauma Awareness
• Boundaries, Ethics, and Referral Pathways

Upon completion, participants earn a Dare To Live Peer Listener Certificate, becoming trusted first responders in their peer networks.

Outcome: Build a national network of skilled, empathetic youth who serve as bridges between professional help and everyday life.