Steps of Memory, Steps of Awareness

We're walking to remember those lost to suicide and help people in crisis

Steps of Memory, Steps of Awareness

Out of the Shadows Walk – World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, 2025

On World Suicide Prevention Day, we will join thousands of Australians in Lifeline’s Out of the Shadows Walk—to remember those we’ve lost, to raise awareness, and to bring hope.

Every year, more than 65,000 Australians attempt suicide, and over 3,000 lives are lost. Behind every number is a person, and behind them are families, friends, and communities left carrying deep grief. Lifeline receives over 1 million contacts from people in crisis each year, providing support when it’s needed most.

This year, we walk:

• In memory of Zak, Adam, Nassim, and Waleed, whose lives were tragically cut short.

• To carry the message loud and clear: suicide is preventable.

• To stand with compassion, acknowledging the silent pain so many endure.

• To raise awareness and vital funds so Lifeline can continue its life-saving work.

We will walk 9 kilometres—one kilometre for each of the 9 Australians lost to suicide every day.

This is more than a walk of remembrance. It is a walk of hope, courage, and action. By walking together, raising awareness, and supporting Lifeline, we can break the silence, reduce stigma, and ensure that no one has to face their darkest moments alone.

Please support our walk by making a donation—together, we can help create safer, more caring communities and keep hope alive.

Sar, Sarwan, Yassmen, Waleed, Amer and Yuhana