Wesley Lifeforce Suicide Prevention will present a free awareness training session at Chittaway Point on August 6.
“Opening conversations around suicide is vital to increase awareness and help prevent suicide in our communities – but knowing exactly how to do that can be daunting,” a spokesperson said.
“Over 10 million Australian adults are estimated to know someone who has died by suicide.
“One in two young people are impacted by suicide by the time they turn 25 and about eight to nine lives are lost by suicide every day.”
Wesley Lifeforce Suicide Prevention training educates people about suicide, challenging attitudes and teaches basic engagement and suicide intervention skills.
At the session, participants will gain increased confidence in their ability to identify people who may be at risk of suicide, communicate appropriately, ask a person if they are considering suicide and conduct a suicide intervention.
The session with trainer Maria Krohn will be held from 10am-2.30pm on Tuesday, August 6, at The Glen for Men, 50 Church Rd, Chittaway Point.
To register search ‘suicide prevention chittaway’ at eventrbite.com.au