SHAKA PROJECT
www.theshakaproject.com
The Shaka Project was first started in January 2019 after a personal experience with Mental Health and suicide attempts as stated by the owner Sean Weir who is a Personal Trainer & Gym owner in Regional Victoria, AUS & has always been passionate about igniting the conversation around Men's Mental Health.
I too have had some very dark days I never want others to go through after my near fatal accident in 2008 which resulted in a loss of my first home, my heart failed twice, I spent 9 days on life support followed by 9 months in hospital. I had to learn to walk, talk, eat, read, write and many other simple things all over again.
I have had 2 close friends lose their sons to suicide and being told news like this, the pain is unexplainable.
I am here to ignite the conversation about mental health as a proud ambassador for the Shaka Project.
STATS
Suicide has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. The following statistics can be confronting, behind every number is a human life. We believe most suicides are preventable and will continue to advocate, educate and work to keep people safe until we achieve our vision of an Australia free of suicide.
ACCESS CRISIS RESOURCES
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
13 11 14
Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.
1300 224 636
1800RESPECT
National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service
Suicide Call Back Service
Provides immediate telephone counselling and support in a crisis.
1300 659 467