R U OK? is an Australian public health promotion charity. Our mission is to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and lend support to the people in their world who may be struggling with life. We’re most well-known for our national day of action, R U OK?Day, on the second Thursday in September. We also have campaigns to inspire connection throughout the year, including R U OK? at Work, Workplace Champions and Rail R U OK?Day. More info at www.ruok.org.au Please keep comments respectful and avoid abusive, misleading, or harmful language. Such posts may be deleted, and repeat offenders may be banned.
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"Someone asked me if I was OK and I just started crying. No one had ever asked before. And so I told her, no I'm not OK" Crystal is a mentor to the Sistergirl community of the Tiwi Islands. She shares her own experiences of being transgender and how support and kindness can make all the difference in someone’s journey. #strongertogether
’Tis the season to be asking R U OK? The holiday season can be a difficult time for some people - they might be dealing with the strain of financial pressure, work demands, grief, or a challenging family situation. If you're unsure who to check in with, or how to check in, we've developed free resources to help start meaningful conversations. You can download digital and print resources at www.ruok.org.au/holiday
"If you don't ask then you won't get an answer." We asked four Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from the LGBTIQ+SB community in the Northern Territory why every day is a day to ask 'are you OK?'. Watch their stories 👉 https://lnkd.in/gn6RfUsN #strongertogether
When Ashleigh and her husband Gavin fell pregnant they were excited and a little nervous. Following a smooth pregnancy and birth, they took their daughter home to begin their new life as parents. In the weeks that followed, Ashleigh was finding breastfeeding increasingly difficult, leading to feelings of self-doubt, and at times, failure. Over time these feelings intensified and she started to question her worth. Ashleigh shares her experience of perinatal anxiety and depression, and how having both professional and social support has been life changing for her. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gv3epqeX
After noticing some changes in Anthony, fellow Wiggle and mate Murray asked him 'are you OK?'. That conversation resulted in him getting the professional support he needed. Thank you The Wiggles, Wiggle Talk Podcast and Young Academics Early Learning Centre for sharing the power of checking in.
Content warning: This episode discusses family and domestic violence. In our latest podcast episode, First Nations Police Officer and Volunteer Ambassador, Latisha, shares her personal journey to becoming a police officer and the trauma many first responders experience. She gives insight into how we can support first responders and their family and friends. 🎧Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gt9uwmdD #aretheytripleOK Fortem Australia