A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK?

RAIL R U OK? DAY

Rail R U OK?Day is an annual railway industry-wide suicide prevention event in partnership with TrackSafe, encouraging rail staff across Australia and New Zealand to recognise the signs of struggle and mental health distress in work mates, and connect with each other for support when it's needed most. . LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH Here are some simple steps to help you have that conversation in a safe and caring way. Approach the conversation in a casual and informal manner and tone. Make sure you are having the conversation in a quiet place, free from interruptions and where you cannot be overheard. The person needs to feel comfortable to talk. R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded.

R U OK? - FCM

This July, we’re taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop consistent habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. Please support our efforts: A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK?

RAIL R U OK? DAY

Rail R U OK?Day is an annual railway industry-wide suicide prevention event in partnership with TrackSafe, encouraging rail staff across Australia and New Zealand to recognise the signs of struggle and mental health distress in work mates, and connect with each other for support when it's needed most. . LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH Here are some simple steps to help you have that conversation in a safe and caring way. Approach the conversation in a casual and informal manner and tone. Make sure you are having the conversation in a quiet place, free from interruptions and where you cannot be overheard. The person needs to feel comfortable to talk. R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded.

R U OK? - FCM

This July, we’re taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop consistent habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. Please support our efforts: CONTACT US | R U OK? Contact R U OK? if you have any questions that are not answered on our site about suicide awareness, prevention, and helping to spread the message that a meaningful conversation with someone who's struggling or needs support could change a life. STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”.

RAIL R U OK? DAY

Rail R U OK?Day is an annual railway industry-wide suicide prevention event in partnership with TrackSafe, encouraging rail staff across Australia and New Zealand to recognise the signs of struggle and mental health distress in work mates, and connect

R U OK? : HOME

Fundraise at School. Schools, TAFEs and Unis are all vital to spreading the R U OK? Message. A fundraiser is a great way to support R U OK? and get everyone in your school, TAFE or Uni community involved and connecting to make a difference. NEW R U OK? AT WORK RESOURCES It’s time to get workmates talking with our new R U OK? at Work resources. By using those hilarious and awkward moments that we often find ourselves in, the resources are a great reminder that we’ve all got what it takes to start a conversation with someone we’re worried

about.

CONVERSATION STARTERS “A coach plays a very important role in the life of their players – not only on the field or court, but often as a mentor or role model. This gives them the perfect opportunity to give advice, reassurance and support to their players if they are feeling overwhelmed or not travelling that well.”

R U OK? MERCHANDISE

lindy@ruok.org.au. c/-1-13 Childs Rd Chipping Norton NSW 2170 Australia ABN 25 138 676 829

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also act as a reminder of the importance of taking the time every day to look out for the people in our world who might be doing it tough. ON ITS 10TH NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION, R U OK? SAYS EVERY DAY hello • Sep 12, 2018. Now in its 10th year, suicide prevention charity R U OK? wants to reinforce that every day is R U OK?Day, not just today, its national day of action held each year in September. R U OK?Day was launched in 2009 by founder and adman Gavin Larkin who tragically lost his father to suicide in 1995.

R U OK? : REGISTER

Terms & Conditions. Welcome to the R U OK? (join.ruok.org.au) website (our Site). This is an official website for R U OK? (R U OK?) and is

operated by R U OK?

A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK? STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH Here are some simple steps to help you have that conversation in a safe and caring way. Approach the conversation in a casual and informal manner and tone. Make sure you are having the conversation in a quiet place, free from interruptions and where you cannot be overheard. The person needs to feel comfortable to talk. R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded.

R U OK? - FCM

This July, we’re taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop consistent habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. Please support our efforts: A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK? STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH Here are some simple steps to help you have that conversation in a safe and caring way. Approach the conversation in a casual and informal manner and tone. Make sure you are having the conversation in a quiet place, free from interruptions and where you cannot be overheard. The person needs to feel comfortable to talk. R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded.

R U OK? - FCM

This July, we’re taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop consistent habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. Please support our efforts: CONTACT US | R U OK? Contact R U OK? if you have any questions that are not answered on our site about suicide awareness, prevention, and helping to spread the message that a meaningful conversation with someone who's struggling or needs support could change a life. RESOURCES TO HELP YOU ASK R U OK? EVERY DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for the workplace, school, home or in the community are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”.

R U OK? : HOME

Fundraise at School. Schools, TAFEs and Unis are all vital to spreading the R U OK? Message. A fundraiser is a great way to support R U OK? and get everyone in your school, TAFE or Uni community involved and connecting to make a difference. CONVERSATION STARTERS “A coach plays a very important role in the life of their players – not only on the field or court, but often as a mentor or role model. This gives them the perfect opportunity to give advice, reassurance and support to their players if they are feeling overwhelmed or not travelling that well.”

R U OK? : REGISTER

Terms & Conditions. Welcome to the R U OK? (join.ruok.org.au) website (our Site). This is an official website for R U OK? (R U OK?) and is

operated by R U OK?

RAIL R U OK? DAY

Rail R U OK?Day is an annual railway industry-wide suicide prevention event in partnership with TrackSafe, encouraging rail staff across Australia and New Zealand to recognise the signs of struggle and mental health distress in work mates, and connect

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also act as a reminder of the importance of taking the time every day to look out for the people in our world who might be doing it tough.

R U OK? MERCHANDISE

lindy@ruok.org.au. c/-1-13 Childs Rd Chipping Norton NSW 2170 Australia ABN 25 138 676 829 R U OK? LAUNCH PRIMARY SCHOOL KIT TO ENCOURAGE THE R U OK? has rolled out a primary school-based toolkit targeting children from six to 12 years of age. The toolkit will encourage students to look out for their class mates by helping them learn skills to recognise that a friend might not be OK and how to ask the

question.

A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK? STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH October is Mental Health Month and a good time for all of us to check in on our own mental health and wellbeing. It is also a good chance to learn how to look out for the people around you who might be struggling with their mental health and how that may be impacting

them.

R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and CONVERSATION STARTERS On the regular, a group of blokes come together to sit around a bonfire, cook a bbq, drink a beverage and bond over conversations about life’s ups and downs (and the BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded. A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS The R U OK? Workplace Champions resources support business leaders, owners and employees to build an open, supportive R U OK? workplace culture. Champion's drive change and these resources encourage teams to talk more, recognise the signs of mental health struggles and check in to ask "Are You OK? STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH October is Mental Health Month and a good time for all of us to check in on our own mental health and wellbeing. It is also a good chance to learn how to look out for the people around you who might be struggling with their mental health and how that may be impacting

them.

R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and CONVERSATION STARTERS On the regular, a group of blokes come together to sit around a bonfire, cook a bbq, drink a beverage and bond over conversations about life’s ups and downs (and the BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded. CONTACT US | R U OK? Contact R U OK? if you have any questions that are not answered on our site about suicide awareness, prevention, and helping to spread the message that a meaningful conversation with someone who's struggling or needs support could change a life. RESOURCES TO HELP YOU ASK R U OK? EVERY DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for the workplace, school, home or in the community are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK? Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”.

R U OK? : HOME

Fundraise at School. Schools, TAFEs and Unis are all vital to spreading the R U OK? Message. A fundraiser is a great way to support R U OK? and get everyone in your school, TAFE or Uni community involved and connecting to make a difference. CONVERSATION STARTERS “A coach plays a very important role in the life of their players – not only on the field or court, but often as a mentor or role model. This gives them the perfect opportunity to give advice, reassurance and support to their players if they are feeling overwhelmed or not travelling that well.”

R U OK? : REGISTER

Terms & Conditions. Welcome to the R U OK? (join.ruok.org.au) website (our Site). This is an official website for R U OK? (R U OK?) and is

operated by R U OK?

RAIL R U OK? DAY

Rail R U OK?Day is an annual railway industry-wide suicide prevention event in partnership with TrackSafe, encouraging rail staff across Australia and New Zealand to recognise the signs of struggle and mental health distress in work mates, and connect with each other for support when it's needed most. .

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also be a reminder of the importance of noticing the signs of mental health distress and struggle, and taking the time to help by asking

"Are you Ok?

R U OK? MERCHANDISE

lindy@ruok.org.au. c/-1-13 Childs Rd Chipping Norton NSW 2170 Australia ABN 25 138 676 829 R U OK? LAUNCH PRIMARY SCHOOL KIT TO ENCOURAGE THE R U OK? has rolled out a primary school-based toolkit targeting children from six to 12 years of age. The toolkit will encourage students to look out for their class mates by helping them learn skills to recognise that a friend might not be OK and how to ask the

question.

A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. LATEST NEWS I R U OK? Latest news, campaign updates, activities and personal stories from R U OK? - a suicide prevention charity that inspires Australian communities to look after each HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION PROVIDERS TO ASK "ARE YOU OK?" R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for school, university and education providers are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. RESOURCES TO HELP YOU ASK R U OK? EVERY DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for the workplace, school, home or in the community are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK?STRONGER TOGETHER SAYINGSSTRONGER TOGETHER LOGOSTRONGER TOGETHER MEANINGSTRONGER TOGETHER QUOTES Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH October is Mental Health Month and a good time for all of us to check in on our own mental health and wellbeing. It is also a good chance to learn how to look out for the people around you who might be struggling with their mental health and how that may be impacting

them.

RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also be a reminder of the importance of noticing the signs of mental health distress and struggle, and taking the time to help by asking

"Are you Ok?

BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded. A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues, and start meaningful conversations that offer support and care to those in need. A conversation can change a life. LATEST NEWS I R U OK? Latest news, campaign updates, activities and personal stories from R U OK? - a suicide prevention charity that inspires Australian communities to look after each HOST AN EVENT ON R U OK?DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity inspiring Australians to start life changing conversations, when they're needed most. R U OK? Day is held on the second Thursday in September every year. Help spread the message by hosting an event at your school, university, TAFE, workplace, or community group. RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION PROVIDERS TO ASK "ARE YOU OK?" R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for school, university and education providers are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. RESOURCES TO HELP YOU ASK R U OK? EVERY DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for the workplace, school, home or in the community are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. STRONGER TOGETHER I R U OK?STRONGER TOGETHER SAYINGSSTRONGER TOGETHER LOGOSTRONGER TOGETHER MEANINGSTRONGER TOGETHER QUOTES Stronger Together is an R U OK? suicide prevention resource designed for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. People won’t always tell you when they're doing it tough, so it can be up to us to trust our gut instinct. if you think someone is struggling with life, ask “Are you OK?”. LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH October is Mental Health Month and a good time for all of us to check in on our own mental health and wellbeing. It is also a good chance to learn how to look out for the people around you who might be struggling with their mental health and how that may be impacting

them.

RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE AND RELEVANCE OF R U OK? University of Melbourne researchers have found the R U OK?Day campaign continues to be relevant and effective in spreading key messages about the importance of reaching out to others and empowering members of the community to have conversations about life problems. The campaign’s impact is increasing over time through increased campaign awareness and participation, and

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also be a reminder of the importance of noticing the signs of mental health distress and struggle, and taking the time to help by asking

"Are you Ok?

BARBARA HOCKING MEMORIAL AWARDS I R U OK? Barbara Hocking OAM (d. 2016) was one of Australia's leading advocates for people affected by mental illness. Her leadership and achievements leave a lasting legacy in how people living with mental illness and their families are treated and regarded. RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION PROVIDERS TO ASK "ARE YOU OK?" R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for school, university and education providers are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. RESOURCES TO HELP YOU ASK R U OK? EVERY DAY R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity, encouraging all Australians to notice the signs of mental health struggle, and help those in need. Our resources for the workplace, school, home or in the community are valuable guides to creating safe, effective, meaningful conversations that can change a life. R U OK? | A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE Inspiring and empowering people to meaningfully connect and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. Find conversation tips, resources and more so you can ask "are you OK?" and have a conversation that could change a life. GAVIN LARKIN & OUR STORY Gavin Larkin founded R U OK? in 2009 to inspire Australian communities to support and help each other, particularly in moments of vulnerability or need. Encouraging us all to have more meaningful conversations, more regularly, was founded in the simple question

“Are you OK?”.

WORKPLACE RESOURCES FOR ASKING "ARE YOU OK?" A place where asking the question “Are you ok?” can really work is in the workplace. As employers or staff, we can all create a culture where people feel confident asking and answering this simple yet

important question.

HOW TO ASK "ARE YOU OK?" R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity encouraging Australians to start life-changing conversations, when they're needed most. Four simple steps guide you to ask "Are you OK?", and help someone in need safely and comfortably. A conversation can change a life. R U OK? : THE CHALLENGE This July, I’m taking on the K’s for R U OK? challenge to stay connected, develop healthy habits, and create a world where we're connected and protected from suicide. NEW R U OK? AT WORK RESOURCES It’s time to get workmates talking with our new R U OK? at Work resources. By using those hilarious and awkward moments that we often find ourselves in, the resources are a great reminder that we’ve all got what it takes to start a conversation with someone we’re worried

about.

CONVERSATION CORNER

An R U OK? Conversation Corner is a space where students, staff and community members can have meaningful conversations. The space can also be a reminder of the importance of noticing the signs of mental health distress and struggle, and taking the time to help by asking

"Are you Ok?

R U OK? MERCHANDISE

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