Kirstyn

Mum of 4. Fierce advocate of mh systemic change. Passionate about harm reduction, mh systems & suicide prevention. Fighting for change. Educator. Views my own.

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MarcJBryant Thank you for your message; definitely important to reach-in AND reach-out today for many.

[Cram @ManannanMacLi]

As we near end of #MensHealthWeek, reminder many men thinking of Suicide won't reach-out💔

Whilst we all aim to change that attitude, right now let's all learn the skills to REACH-IN to men around us

In just 90 mins learn how to help safe a life 👇

https://t.co/XqN6DSOEuq ❤️

[Suicide Prevention Australia @SuicidePrevAU]

Today suicide is the most common cause of death in Australia for young people aged 15-24 years.

The loss of so many young lives is devastating for families, friends & the whole community.

Learn how to support young people in your life, https://t.co/ukSDJWc777
@LivingWorksAus

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MarcJBryant @LivingWorksAus @LindaBurneyMP @cbpatsisp @TheNTNews I love this! Such important workshops to get out to community. And I love that Yuendumu requested it. Thanks @LivingWorksAus!

[David Shoebridge @DavidShoebridge]

On Saturday, First Nations man Aubrey Donahue needed help. Instead he was shot and killed by police.

The police were called after fears Aubrey intended to harm himself, instead police shot him. 4 times.

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MarcJBryant I LOVE that he’s sees the police officer as a good guy!!

[Shayne Connell @ConnellShayne]

This issue of Mental Health Matters features Sydney mother and teacher, @Kirs1973, talking about the @LivingWorksAus NSW Schools program. Thank you Kirstyn for guiding the program with your lived experience advisory and education expertise #schools #suicideprevention

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MarcJBryant @ACTHealth Another very important touch point…

[Louise Milligan @Milliganreports]

The saddest.

[Cram @ManannanMacLi]

NSW Teachers can earn NESA points via suicide prevention skills thru free @LivingWorksAus online START training is:
✅ Online and self-paced
✅ Complete in 90 minutes
✅ NESA accredited
✅ Free for all NSW teachers
@NSWHealth Funded
Start now: https://t.co/oWyhnk5wep

[Cram @ManannanMacLi]

Teachers/schools are vital touchpoints for young people thinking of #suicide

Young people often act on their thoughts as a response to life events appearing out of the blue!

@NSWHealth offers free @NewsAtNESA approved Suicide 1st Aid for all schools https://t.co/XqN6DSOEuq

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

Thank you for the skills taught at #ASIST, a 2 day workshop designed on evidence based suicide intervention model. Learning was invaluable to all parents, teachers, professionals, friends, sports leaders, and tertiary students in attendance @LivingWorksAus @MarcJBryant @Twerech

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MyfMaple @MarcJBryant @cazlup @kristendouglas1 If only I could edit - I should have said, each students’ reasons and solutions should be diverse. I have had two children not complete school due to refusal and a very rigid system.

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@MyfMaple @MarcJBryant @cazlup @kristendouglas1 Totally agree, and also often seen as a ‘parenting problem’ by some staff - have seen this as an educator and a parent. Delving deeper and finding solutions is of paramount importance. A winning solution at my house at the moment is flexible learning - school and the gym!

[Shayne Connell @ConnellShayne]

Great to catch up with @Kirs1973 today to discuss the upcoming @LivingWorksAus campaign. Incredible passion and resolve for supporting parents/teachers with skills to help keep young people safe from suicide. A true privilege. Great teamwork from @Kristytee_ and @MarcJBryant too

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@ConnellShayne @LivingWorksAus @Kristytee_ @MarcJBryant The privilege was all mine. Thank you! The upcoming campaign is incredibly important. Teachers and parents are vital touch points!

[Cram @ManannanMacLi]

What is @LivingWorks #Start online training for parents/carers highlighted in today's @smh
& Tonight on @theprojecttv?

🎥 https://t.co/OJmkDDuT7n

👉Free training across $NSW funded by @NSWHealth: https://t.co/zOgTc7acC7

[LivingWorks Australia @LivingWorksAus]

1/ This World Teachers' Day we join the movement to take our #HatsOffToTeachers understanding that your role and influence in the life of your students is extraordinary.

[Kirstyn @Kirs1973]

@catgiorgi @AmyKPeacock @ConversationEDU The link isn’t working for me and I’d love to read this!