Ava Baker

Why I swim

Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia. More than 1 in 3 young people are experiencing mental health difficulties, yet over a million aren’t getting the support they need. This cause hits incredibly close to home for me. I’m someone who has lived with mental illness throughout my life, and some of the closest people to me have struggled with mental illness also. I know firsthand how overwhelming life can feel, and how important it is to have somewhere safe to turn when things feel like too much.

Swimmer

Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia.

More than 1 in 3 are experiencing mental health difficulties, yet over a million are not getting the support they need.

ReachOut provides anonymous, free and 100% online services so young people can find a safe place to connect, share and get help when life feels overwhelming.

I’m taking part in Laps for Life to make sure these vital services are always there. Please donate to my fundraiser and help more young people get the support they deserve.

My Swim Progress

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0.00km (0 laps)

My goal

20km

My Impact

Impact

So far I’ve raised $0 to provided 0 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.

Funds Raised

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