Appointed Premier’s Advocate for Suicide Prevention

I’m honoured to have been appointed Premier’s Advocate for Suicide Prevention.

In this role I will be working closely with Premier Peter Malinauskas, Minister for Health and Wellbeing Chris Picton, key members of the community in the area of suicide prevention, and people with lived experience of suicide.

My first priority will be to establish the Suicide Prevention Council, with an aim of reducing the rate of South Australians who take their own lines. I will be Chair of the Council, with a focus on the creation of the State Suicide Prevention Plan.

I will not take lightly the weight and responsibility that comes with accepting this role. I will be listening to and taking advice from people across the sector, including service providers, Suicide Prevention Networks and those with lived experience.

One life taken by suicide is a life too many, and I promise to do my absolute best to help create the supports necessary to help as many South Australians as possible.

Any person who is contemplating suicide, experiencing emotional distress, or caring for someone in crisis, can call Lifeline’s 24/7 Crisis Support line on 13 11 14 or text 0477 131 114 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.