I'm walking to remember those lost to suicide and help people in crisis

During the week of September 10th (World Suicide Day) I am walking over 63 km as part of Lifeline's "Out of the Shadows" in honour of those who have lost their lives to suicide every week (63 people every week) and to raise awareness for those affected by mental health.

Every year over 65,000 Australians attempt to take their own life and over 3,000 Australians die by suicide (9 a day). I have lost friends, sat with many as they fight for their life and experienced my own dark days which I thankfully survived.

I was a Lifeline counsellor and know only too well the importance of this role with over 1 million contacts from people in crisis occurring each year.

I'm walking to raise funds for Lifeline to provide suicide prevention services and support for Australians in need. Please support my walk and sponsor me to help those in crisis. Together, we can ensure that no one has to face their darkest moments alone.