R U OK Whitsundays? How A Question Can Save A Life

R U OK?’s Conversation Convoy is coming to the Whitsundays region, aimed at raising awareness for suicide prevention and offering an opportunity for the community to come together, learn, and show support. The convoy will be parked up on the hill by the Coral Sea Marina carpark, on April 6th from 4:30pm to 7pm.

Matt Stokes of the Whitsunday Suicide Prevention Network highlights the significance of this event, saying, “It’s a great reminder for our friends, and asking that one important little question.” He continues, “We’re all going through something and asking that question opens up the door for the conversation they need to have.”

The event offers a chance for individuals to learn, engage, and ask questions in a relaxed setting. It will feature a caravan display, presentations, games, free resources, and a BBQ, with hot drinks and a free sausage sizzle available. Families, friends, and colleagues are encouraged to attend, whether to learn how to support others or to seek help themselves.

The R U OK? Convoy is part of a nationwide initiative to equip regional Australians with the knowledge and tools to start vital conversations around mental health. As it’s not always easy to keep the conversation going when someone says they’re not OK, but it could change a life.

Bring along your loved ones or just yourself, grab a free sausage, chat over a game of checkers, watch the sunset and come together to support the message of hope and help in a safe space.

WHAT: R U OK? Conversation Convoy
WHEN: Sunday, April 6th from 4:30pm to 7pm
WHERE: Coral Sea Marina, 1-3 Shingley Drive, Top Carpark

The Conversation Convoy. Photo Sourced: R U OK?'s website

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