By clicking “Accept”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. View our Privacy Policy for more information.

R;pple Suicide Prevention - reducing the number of people viewing harmful content online

R;pple has been established is to reduce the number of people who are viewing harmful online content relating to self-harm and suicide and increase the number of people who are utilising the plethora of mental health resources available to them.

What makes Includability the home of inclusive employers?

R;pple is designed to ensure all users searching for harmful content online are presented with an opportunity of hope that things can and will get better

Along with Intercepting harmful content relating to self-harm and/or suicide through innovative technology R;pple then redirects users to mental health support if they are struggling to cope or in need of immediate help

R;pple Suicide Prevention – the next level of suicide prevention in the workplace

R;pple is an innovative digital crisis intervention tool designed to ensure more help and support is provided to individuals searching online for harmful content related to self-harm or suicide.

R;pple bridges the gap between individuals in crisis and the help they need.

Deployed as a browser extension or via Wi-Fi integration, the R;pple tool ensures all individuals searching for harmful online content are presented with an opportunity to pause, access help and feel hope that things can and will get better.

What is R;pple Suicide Prevention?

R;pple is a digital crisis intervention tool designed to present a visual prompt when a person searches online for keywords or phrases relating to the topic of self-harm or suicide. Such content can add a level of vulnerability to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis by reinforcing their feelings, legitimising their thoughts and providing them with the ways and means to act on their contemplations.

R;pple provides support in 3 simple steps:

1. Intercepts the search with a calmly presented pop-up screen;

2. Guides the person through a filter of breathing exercises statistically proven to help them pause and reflect;

3. Signposts to helplines and mental health resources, accompanied with messages of hope.

What makes R;pple so important?

Mental health and suicide prevention are serious and urgent issues.

In the UK, suicide is the leading cause of death for people under 35. (ONS)

Online searches for suicide methods have increased by 50% since 2019 with searches for suicide support lines also up by 150%. (Semrush, 2021).

Suicide-related internet use was found in 26% of deaths in under 20s (Samaritans, 2022).

While the internet is the most significant invention in a generation and its benefits are clear and easy to measure, online harm of all types continues to be a danger to society.

R;pple helps employers provide a proactive intervention and create a safety net for their staff at times when they are most vulnerable.

How did R;pple come about?

Alice Hendy MBE lost her only sibling, her brother Josh, on 25th November 2020 to suicide at 21 years old. Josh had been researching over the internet techniques to take his own life – and he was not alone. Globally, an alarming 1.2 million online searches on suicide methods occur each month.

To ensure more help and support is given to individuals searching for harmful content online, Alice set up R;pple Suicide Prevention.

What effect has the R;pple tool had?

· To date, R;pple has close to 2, 000,000 active users and has intercepted over 60,000 harmful online searches.

· 31 individuals have approached R;pple to inform us that the tool intercepting them online at their most vulnerable point has saved their life.

· Over 180 businesses and education institutions have deployed R;pple to safeguard their students and staff.

· R;pple is currently available in 14 languages and across 49 countries and territories. · R;pple has won 33 prestigious awards in the mental health and innovation space as well as gaining significant National media coverage.

How can you download Ripple?

· Individuals, educational institutions, charities can get the R;pple browser extension for free, here.

· Businesses and public sector can deploy R;pple en mass on managed machines or offer an extended protection via Wi-Fi integration. Please get in touch with us for your subscription package, supporting the future development and adoption of the tool: luke@ripplesuisicdeprevention.com

Useful Ripple Links

· R;pple Toolkit & Privacy Policy

https://www.ripplesuicideprevention.com/downloads/r-pple-suicide-prevention-your-toolkit https://www.ripplesuicideprevention.com/utility/privacy

· FAQs & Explainer videos

https://www.ripplesuicideprevention.com/resources/faq https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKskXwO8DAA&list=PLgRZ6GoO-U_HxVF4pAWIJoA0CB-X7imky For more information about R;pple click here

R;pple Suicide Prevention - reducing the number of people viewing harmful content online
R;pple Suicide Prevention - reducing the number of people viewing harmful content online
We are the home of inclusive employers

Why Join Includability?

If you are a company that is committed to creating an inclusive, sustainable and mentally healthy workplace culture, we understand the potential challenges that you may come up against.

Analyse & Identify

Our 6-call verification process, conducted by expert Verification Partners, meticulously analyses your organisation’s practices. This is followed by a Verification Partner Report that identifies areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

Education & Support

You will benefit from regular informative and educational webinars, resources and a community of ambassadors, Partner Experts and exclusive member benefits.

Communication

As an organisation, the key to making meaningful progress is communicating effectively, regularly and with transparency. Our community, who are all passionate about our key pillars, are available to offer you advice, support and guidance when needed.

Collaboration

Individually we can make a difference, but together we can instigate meaningful and positive change. The Includability team is here to make introductions, encourage the sharing of best practice and support each other as we navigate our way to the inclusive and sustainable workplace culture we are all striving to achieve.

Don’t underestimate the power of collaboration.

To create an inclusive workplace culture takes expertise and knowledge which is why we encourage our members to work together. Our regular community networking sessions will provide you access to our directory of Ambassadors, members and advisors so you know that the people you are working with will not only give you the right advice but also share the same values as you.

Relationships

Relationships are more than just about completing a job or task which is why we use the word community. What we think you’ll love most about Includability is that every person and business has the same values and is working towards the same goal - to create a society that is free from discrimination, that cares for our planet and has genuine focus on our colleagues, friends and employees’ Mental Health and Wellbeing.

Join the Includability community today

Find out about the benefits of becoming part of our inclusive community

Whether your business is an international brand or a small local company Includability can help benefit you and your team. Our membership offers exclusive unlimited access to our job board, special discounts, community webinars and great support for your business as you grow. Find out why organisations choose Includability to help them offer a more inclusive workplace

Plant showing growth and change
News & Articles

Includability News & Articles

Our news and articles section is designed to help you find information about all areas of the Includability community. We have collected articles from the experts at the forefront in developing a diverse, inclusive and sustainable world. We have news, expert articles, case studies and advice.

Sign up for our newsletters

We have an employer and Job seeker newsletter giving you all the latest information in one easy and digestible email. Sign up today for news and job advice straight to your inbox.

By clicking Sign Up you're confirming that you agree with our Terms and Conditions.
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.