We invite you to join us for the 2023 IASR/AFSP International Summit on Suicide Research being held in Barcelona, Spain at the World Trade Center Barcelona from October 15-18, 2023. We are still accepting abstracts for consideration for poster and oral presentations- it is not too late to submit! Continue reading for information on highlighted sessions, registration, and the fun being planned!
We hope to see you in Barcelona for this highly anticipated scientific event- Registration will be opening very soon!
System Level Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Through Means Restriction
Prof. Michael Eddleston
University of Edinburgh 
Scotland, UK
Follow-up Support And Intervention For Self-Harming Patients in the Real World
Ping Qin, M.D., Ph.D.
University of Oslo
Norway
The Conference Organizers and Program Committee are hard at work confirming the program for the Summit. We are excited to share some of the highlighted sessions that will be presented! Speakers are confirmed daily so keep checking back for additional updates!
Registration and housing will be opening next week! For information on registration rates, click here.

We are pleased to offer accommodations at two nearby hotels at different price points. There will be discounted room blocks for the Summit at the Eurostars Grand Marina Hotel and the Hotel Barcelona Apolo. Links to reserve accommodations at either hotel will be in the registration confirmation.

Space is limited at each hotel at the discounted conference rate so be sure to book your hotel as soon as you register!
Eurostars Marina

 A 5* hotel only 1 min walk from the WTC Barcelona. With a transatlantic cruise shape, mostly confused with the rest of the cruises from Barcelona port, this vanguardist hotel, with minimalist design, offers rooms with fantastic views of the city and the port.

Address: Moll de Barcelona s/n World Trade Centre 08039
Hotel Barcelona Apolo

Have a beautiful 1km walk from the hotel to the WTC all by the Paral·lel avenue. This 4* hotel invites the guests to a wonderful accommodation in a comfortable area, near the most important attractions of the city.



Address: Av. del Paral·lel, 57-59, 08004 Barcelona
In addition to cutting edge science, we are planning activities to give attendees the opportunity to have some fun and explore what Barcelona has to offer! Below are the optional activities being offered during the Summit. All attendees are encouraged to purchase a ticket for the Gala Dinner- it is a not-to-be-missed event! We are also pleased to offer two tour options that attendees can choose from on the closing day of the conference- A guided tapas tour for the foodies or a guided architecture tour (including entrance to the Sagrada Familia Church) for the art aficionado! *Please note the tours happen simultaneously so attendees can only purchase tickets to one.

Space is limited for both tours so don't wait- you can purchase a ticket for a tour during registration!
Gala Dinner

Don't miss the conference Gala Dinner being held Tuesday, October 17!

€100
Tapas Tour

Join other attendees for a walking tour of Barcelona where you will taste your way around the city!

€104
Architecture Tour

Tour some of the most beautiful and historic locations in Barcelona by bus and on foot!

€86

Registration Opens:
Next Week!

Poster and Oral Submission Deadline:
Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Early Registration Deadline:
Friday, July 14, 2023
World Trade Center Barcelona
In addition to being centrally located for ease of travel for an international audience, Barcelona is rich in culture, history, and boasts an authentic Mediterranean experience and Catalan cuisine for its guests.

The World Trade Center Barcelona is located just 10 minutes from the airport and a stone's throw from the city center. Surrounded by hotels in all price ranges, the WTC has something to offer all attendees!
The International Academy for Suicide Research is an organization that promotes high standards of research and scholarship in the field of suicidal behaviour by fostering communication and co-operation among scholars engaged in such research.
Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
Conference Organizers:
Parthenon Management Group
5034A Thoroughbred Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027 USA
001.615.324.2365
Info@SuicideResearchSummit.org