Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are lost to suicide. I’m not a swimmer but I do know how hard it is to battle with mental health and genuinely wonder if it would be easier for everyone else if you weren’t around, so many young people don’t get the chance to really see that this feeling is temporary and it’s time we act more, Our statistics have dramatically increased over the past few years (thanks(not) covid!). I’m in a place where I love my life and understand that every struggle I feel is temporary so it’s time to turn my past pain into a current purpose.
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
Completed
1.70km (68 laps)
My goal
20km
My 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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