WHAT ITS ABOUT

This is a Suicide Prevention Workshop led by the team from Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust. In this powerful workshop, you will learn to the signs of someone struggling with thoughts of suicide, the importance of talking directly to your friends and whānau. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions they are inviting help to stay alive. Learn how to ask the right questions and how to listen with empathy, and take positive action by connecting them with lifesaving resources.

REQUIREMENTS

None. just bring yourself.

A LITTLE ON THE FACILITATORS

Cuba Rust - I am one of the Team Leaders at Life Matters. The experiences I have had growing up with whānau and friends have made me aware of the need for us to come together in community to support each other during hard times. I am thankful to have the opportunity to start conversations through safeTALK workshops and connect with wonderful people in that space. 


Community Support Person - Alongside our trainer we will have a community support person, who may be different each time, who has done Advanced Suicide Intervention Skills Training. This is to ensure if anyone needs some extra support, or just a chat, there will be a trained supporter there to talk to. 

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