Event to mark World Suicide Prevention Day

FRASER District is inviting the Fraser District community to join them on Tuesday, 10th September at The Brolga Theatre, Maryborough and Pier Park, Hervey Bay to observe World Suicide Prevention Day 2024.

The event is a way of uniting the local community to honour and remember the lives lost to suicide, as a personal tribute for a friend or family member, or to show support for Australians experiencing emotional distress or mental illness.

Sally Holstein, Fraser District Service Lead said Lifeline’s Out of the Shadows walks aim to bring suicide out of the shadows, acknowledging those touched by suicide and highlighting the importance of human connection for people in their darkest hours.

“This year’s walk will once again provide a safe space for the community to gather and remember the individuals who have lost their lives to suicide and to support those affected by suicide,” Sally said.

Tragically, over 3,000 Australians lose their lives to suicide every year. These people are our family, friends and loved ones. Join us to walk to remember those we’ve lost to suicide, and raise funds to support our crisis support and suicide prevention services.”

You can phone Lifeline to speak to a Crisis Supporter on 13 11 14, text 0477 131 114, chat to Lifeline online or access the Support Toolkit to self-manage what you’re going through at www.lifeline.org.au (all services are available 24/7).  

For over 60 years, Lifeline has been connecting with Australians in need through crisis support and suicide prevention services. The organisation expects to respond to over one million requests for support this year, creating an average of 120 safety plans to keep a person experiencing suicidal ideation safe every day.

Find out more about the event at www.outoftheshadows.org.au