September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. This day has been held every year since 2003 to raise community awareness about the issue of suicide prevention. This year the day has the theme of "Preventing Suicide in Multicultural Societies"
On the day events are held around Australia and the world to help raise awareness. One key event is the Out of the Shadows walks that "raise awareness about suicide, remember those lost to suicide and advocate for a united and committed effort to prevent further deaths by suicide". In Victoria walks will be held in the Fitzroy Gardens and also in Ballarat. If you would like to participate or find out more you can check out the Out of the Shadow Website
For more information about World Suicide Prevention Day and for resources to assist with suicide prevention visit www.wspd.org.au
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