Forefront Suicide Prevention is a Center of Excellence at the University of Washington, based in the School of Social Work. The program focuses on reducing suicide by empowering individuals and communities to take sustainable action, champion systemic change and restore hope. Forefront works with high schools and higher education across the state to train professionals and educate students, promotes household safety among the public at large, and provides information and advocacy to help community partners, the private sector and legislators create positive change to prevent suicide statewide.