“Change The Narrative”: Starting Conversations On World Suicide Prevention Day 

This story mentions mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know needs urgent care, call 000. Don’t be afraid to reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636, or seek help from other helplines or local organisations.  

It’s a topic that can be hard to talk about, but you aren’t alone: it affects millions of people nationally – individuals, friends, families and communities. The 10^th of September marked World Suicide Day, a time to recognise and act against one of the biggest silent killers in Australia: suicide. Organisations such as Roses in the Ocean and Blue Tree Project are taking to the community to break down stigmas surrounding mental health, while encouraging locals to “Change The Narrative” around what they wish people knew about suicide.