Thank you for supporting life-changing conversations

Your compassionate support is bringing vital suicide prevention training to communities that need it most.

Thanks to you, Lifeline Queensland is delivering Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) workshops in regional centres including Cairns, Rockhampton, Mackay and Wide Bay – areas where this essential training has been previously out of reach.

ASIST is a comprehensive two-day workshop that gives participants practical skills to support someone who may be thinking about taking their own life.

Through interactive learning and guided practice, participants gain the confidence to have conversations that could change someone’s life.

“We’ve received over 20 enquiries from community organisations desperately wanting this training, but many simply can’t afford the registration costs,” shares Simone Mylrea, Statewide Lifeline Training Coordinator.

This understanding has stayed with her throughout her life, shaping her approach to caring for others. When she could no longer give her time, Ruth continued her commitment to supporting Queenslanders with her monthly gift to Lifeline.

“Through your generosity, we’re now bringing this evidence-based training to the communities that need it most.”

The impact of your support extends far beyond each workshop. Every person trained becomes a vital link in their community’s safety net – whether they’re a community worker, teacher, friend or family member.

These are skills they can carry with them for life, potentially helping multiple people in their darkest moments.

With the first workshops already underway, we’re seeing the difference this training makes in building stronger, more supportive communities.

But there’s more work to be done. With continued support, we hope to offer additional workshops across Queensland, particularly in regional areas where access to this training remains limited.

Thank you for helping create communities where people have the skills and confidence to support each other through life’s most challenging times. Your kindness is truly helping save lives.

To register for an ASIST workshop or learn more, email [email protected] or call Simone on 0427 087 361.