StandBy Support After Suicide counsellors:
Once again StandBy counsellors be available onsite to provide support.
- StandBy counsellors will have a booth on the exhibition floor if you require immediate assistance. You can also find them in their dedicated counselling rooms. (Room locations to be confirmed closer to the conference)
- StandBy counsellors can be identified by their StandBy Support After Suicide lanyards.
- If you cannot locate them, please call 1300 727 247
Lived Experience volunteers:
The insights, knowledge and expertise of people that have a lived experience of suicide are integral to the work of Suicide Prevention Australia. As well as Suicide Prevention Australia staff and the staff at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre who will be assisting with venue, registration and program information, this year, there will also be a small number of Lived Experience volunteers in attendance. Members of Suicide Prevention Australia’s Lived Experience Panel will be onsite during the conference and can be identified by their name badges marked lanyards marked “Lived Experience Volunteer”.
The Lived Experience volunteers will be assisting delegates, speakers and presenters by: greeting people and making introductions to StandBy Support; offering support to delegates during the conference, together with StandBy Support; supporting speakers and presenters before, during and after their presentations; offering support around the Wellbeing Zone and Quiet Area; and assisting people in distress to connect with StandBy, Suicide Prevention Australia or an emergency service provider.
Quiet Area:
This safe space is intended to offer people a chance to reflect, unwind or relax in silence. Located in a private room within the conference venue the area is comfy and inviting, with cozy bean bags and other self-care elements. Lived Experience volunteers and StandBy Support staff will be available nearby.
Accessibility services:
We are committed to fostering inclusivity and accessibility at our conference. More information will be updated closer to the conference.
