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Kirstyn

@Kirs1973

Mum of 4. Fierce advocate of mh systemic change. Passionate about harm reduction, mh systems & suicide prevention. Fighting for change. Educator. Views my own.

Joined September 2016
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As we near end of #MensHealthWeek, reminder many men thinking of Suicide won't reach-out💔 Whilst we all aim to change that attitude, right now let's all learn the skills to REACH-IN to men around us In just 90 mins learn how to help safe a life 👇 livingworks.com.au/nsw ❤️
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Today suicide is the most common cause of death in Australia for young people aged 15-24 years. The loss of so many young lives is devastating for families, friends & the whole community. Learn how to support young people in your life, ow.ly/zyw250NqS46 @LivingWorksAus
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On Saturday, First Nations man Aubrey Donahue needed help. Instead he was shot and killed by police. The police were called after fears Aubrey intended to harm himself, instead police shot him. 4 times.
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This issue of Mental Health Matters features Sydney mother and teacher, @Kirs1973, talking about the @LivingWorksAus NSW Schools program. Thank you Kirstyn for guiding the program with your lived experience advisory and education expertise #schools #suicideprevention
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☕ Time to brew a cuppa and catch up on the latest news from around the mental health sector. Read your complimentary issue of Mental Health Matters magazine now. 👉 hubs.li/Q01GHq_90 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
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The saddest.
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NSW Teachers can earn NESA points via suicide prevention skills thru free @LivingWorksAus online START training is: ✅ Online and self-paced ✅ Complete in 90 minutes ✅ NESA accredited ✅ Free for all NSW teachers @NSWHealth Funded Start now: livingworks.com.au/NSW
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Teachers/schools are vital touchpoints for young people thinking of #suicide Young people often act on their thoughts as a response to life events appearing out of the blue! @NSWHealth offers free @NewsAtNESA approved Suicide 1st Aid for all schools livingworks.com.au/nsw
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Thank you for the skills taught at #ASIST, a 2 day workshop designed on evidence based suicide intervention model. Learning was invaluable to all parents, teachers, professionals, friends, sports leaders, and tertiary students in attendance @LivingWorksAus @MarcJBryant @Twerech
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Great to catch up with @Kirs1973 today to discuss the upcoming @LivingWorksAus campaign. Incredible passion and resolve for supporting parents/teachers with skills to help keep young people safe from suicide. A true privilege. Great teamwork from @Kristytee_ and @MarcJBryant too
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What is @LivingWorks #Start online training for parents/carers highlighted in today's @smh & Tonight on @theprojecttv? 🎥 youtu.be/_Q1OxKTUEuk 👉Free training across $NSW funded by @NSWHealth: livingworks.com.au/nsw

LivingWorks Start Suicide Prevention Training - Who's Counting On You?

Anyone can learn the skills to help keep people safe from suicide. ...

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1/ This World Teachers' Day we join the movement to take our #HatsOffToTeachers understanding that your role and influence in the life of your students is extraordinary.
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Today is my birthday. Last year I was hungover. Today, I haven’t had a drink for one year. Best birthday present ever! Hasn’t been easy while grieving my son, but I’ve always had a challenging relationship with alcohol, and it was time - again - to stop for my family and for me.
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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Did you know alcohol accounted for more than half of the 152,000 drug-related hospitalisations in 2020-21? 🏥🍷 See more: fal.cn/3rtE9 @OverdoseDay #IOAD2022 #OverdoseAwareness #OverdoseDay #endoverdose
Alcohol accounted for more than half of the 152,000 drug-related hospitalisations in 2020-21. 57% Alcohol 8.2% Methamphetamine 4.9% Cannabis 4.4% Opioids

ALT Alcohol accounted for more than half of the 152,000 drug-related hospitalisations in 2020-21. 57% Alcohol 8.2% Methamphetamine 4.9% Cannabis 4.4% Opioids

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Do you know how to recognise an overdose and do something about it? Join us for this FREE online training to learn the signs and symptoms, what to do and how to use the opioid reversal drug Naloxone. trybooking.com/CBMBE #IOAD2022 #endoverdose #LifeWithAddiction
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My teacher friends, the second link!
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Are you a young person or a school staff member? Get involved in our research study about trauma-related support offered in Australian schools. Survey for young people (aged 18-25) ow.ly/nxHF50KfvRL Survey for school staff member ow.ly/TAlL50KfvRK
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Using @livedapp tomorrow during a teacher professional learning course I’m facilitating. Can’t wait to see the uptake! Great partnership!
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Confronting 👇 #closethegap – at Newcastle, New South Wales
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SCHOOL STAFF 🍎 Help us improve trauma supports offered in Australian schools! Complete this online survey to have your say: tinyurl.com/bdfdd8x7
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