Just as CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, QPR is an emergency response to someone in a mental health crisis and can save lives. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor. QPR is the most widely taught Gatekeeper training in the world and can be learned in our Gatekeeper course in as little as one to two hours. Our training is FREE OF CHARGE to any group or individual and can be taken on ZOOM or in person.

What to Expect:

  • Recognize the warning signs of suicide
  • Know how to offer hope
  • Know how to get help and save a life

“Through the IGYSP, I have reached people in multiple communities using the Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training to help educate others on how to open the conversation around mental health and suicide.”

— Jaxon S.

Who Should Seek Training?

Anyone, 13 years and older, can be a QPR Gatekeeper!

Educators & Students

Coaches & Teammates

First Responders

Community Members

Families & Friends

Faith Leaders

Upcoming Trainings

See our calendar of upcoming trainings below, or contact us to inquire about scheduling a training for your group.

  • Kendra Gives Back ONLINE Event-Kendra Scott

    You can shop online September 18-21 and use code “GIVEBACK-MIAKZ” at checkout! 20% of sales go to the I’m Glad You Stayed Project.

    Friday, September 18, 2026 – Monday, September 21, 2026 Online
    https://www.kendrascott.com
  • Kendra Gives Back Event-Kendra Scott

    20% of sales will be donated to the I’m Glad You Stayed Project when you mention us at checkout!

    Saturday, September 19, 2026 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm In Store at Kendra Scott
    923 E 2nd Ave
    Coralville, IA 52241
  • IGYSP’s 4th Annual “Tomorrow Needs You” Fundraising Walk

    Sunday, September 20, 2026 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Hyvee Center at Cenntenial Park
    1565 St. Andrews Drive
    North Liberty, IA 52317
  • QPR Training (October)

    Zoom links will be provided via email 48 hours before trainings. Reminders for in person trainings are sent 48 hours before training. For any questions…

    Sunday, October 4, 2026 10:30 am ZOOM
  • QPR Training (November)

    Zoom links will be provided via email 48 hours before trainings. Reminders for in person trainings are sent 48 hours before training. For any questions…

    Sunday, November 1, 2026 10:30 am ZOOM
  • Pat & Fran’s Irish Pub IGYSP Fundraiser

    Enjoy a dinner at Pat & Fran’s on November 25th and support the I’m Glad You Stayed Project! A portion of the day’s proceeds will…

    Wednesday, November 25, 2026 11:00 am – 11:00 pm Pat and Fran’s Irish Pub
    808 5th Street Ste 8
    Coralville, IA 52241

Meet Our Trainers

Ian Probst

In Person Suicide Prevention Trainer

Specializes in Youth & Adults

Sheila Pinter

ZOOM Suicide Prevention Trainer

Specializes in Ambassador & Adult Training

Dottie Schley

ZOOM/ In Person Suicide Prevention Trainer

Specializes in Ambassador & Adult Training