Who we are
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Collaborative (the Collaborative) was established in 2015 to tackle the region’s high rates of suicide.
‘The Collaborative’ is simply a term we use to describe the organisations and individuals who have come together to reduce suicide deaths and attempts in the Illawarra Shoalhaven region. It consists of representatives from more than 40 significant organisations across health, education, community, local media, police, ambulance, employment agencies, Aboriginal organisations, local councils, and transport, as well as lived experience advocates.
Recent news
Open Letter: Responding to suicide in our community
11 May 2021
Dear Illawarra Shoalhaven residents, families, and community Re: Responding to suicide in our community As you may know our communities have been profoundly saddened by a number of suicide deaths.
Read moreWhere to go for local support over the Christmas period
15 December 2020
If you need additional help or support this Christmas, you are not alone.
Read moreLocals bravely share their stories on video to help other people bereaved by suicide
26 November 2020
When Jodi Bush lost her husband to suicide in 2013 she had no idea where to turn to for help.
Read moreAustralia’s first Suicide and Self-harm Monitoring System website launched
1 October 2020
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) and the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) have launched a new website as part of Australia's first National Suicide and Self-harm Monitoring System.
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