Krystal Tanner

I’m swimming this March because youth mental health is a cause close to my heart. As a mum, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply mental health challenges can affect young people. Not just emotionally, but in the way they see themselves, the world, and their place in it. I’ve also seen how isolating that experience can feel, both for young people and for the families who love them and want to help but don’t always know how. Every lap I swim is about helping create safe, supportive spaces where young people feel seen, understood, and supported, especially during moments when life feels overwhelming. It’s about making sure there are places they can turn, conversations they can have, and people who will listen without judgment. This swim is my way of standing alongside young people and their families, and helping ensure that no one has to face these challenges alone.