Nic Brown is the CEO of batyr and sits on the board of Suicide Prevention Australia.
batyr is a preventative mental health organisation, created to empower current and future generations of young people to be mentally healthy, aiming to prevent youth suicide.
batyr provides unique and engaging programs designed to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and empower young people to reach out for support. The programs connect young people with other young people, to share their stories and experiences with mental ill health.
batyr's vision is for 'an Australia where young people engage in positive conversations about mental health and are empowered to reach out for support when needed'.
If you need to speak to somebody, there are people who will listen and help.
For urgent support in Australia:
Lifeline - 13 11 14 / www.lifeline.org.au
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 / www.beyondblue.org.au
Outside Australia: Search 24/7 crisis support services to find services in your country
The help you need is out there xxx