Why I swim
. I’m diving in for youth mental health because of the young people I work with in residential care. Every day I see their strength, but I also see the weight they carry — trauma, anxiety, depression, and experiences no young person should have to navigate alone. Behind the behaviours are brave, vulnerable young people who just want to feel safe, understood, and supported. Youth mental health isn’t just a cause to me — it’s personal. It’s the young person who can’t sleep at night, the one who says they’re “fine” but clearly isn’t, and the ones who are trying their hardest just to get through the day.
I'm swimming to save lives
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
2km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $0 to provided 0 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
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