Millions of Australians need help.
Statistics show that:
8 people take their lives every day in Australia
For every death by suicide it's estimated 30 people will attempt to take their life
89% of people report knowing someone who has made a suicide attempt
Why is it important? How do I help?
It's this lack of belonging and sense of connection that we are working to prevent. By educating and encouraging people to take the time to ask "Are you OK?" in a genuine authentic manner and listen to the reply with an open mind, we can help people struggling with life feel connected and supported long before they think about suicide. Social connections including regular, face-to-face, meaningful conversations about life, are a protective factor against suicide. Asking “Are you OK?” is a great place to start.
Join the Cause.
R U OK? contributes to suicide prevention efforts by encouraging people to invest more time in their personal relationships and building the capacity of informal support networks – friends, family and colleagues - to be alert to those around them, have a conversation if they identify signs of distress or difficulty and connect someone to appropriate support, long before they're in crisis. Join our cause. Sign Up Now!