The statistics are dire.
- Suicide accounts for 6% of all deaths among Indigenous people (vs 2% non-Indigenous).
- Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for Indigenous males (vs 10th non-Indigenous). It is the 7th leading cause of death for Indigenous females (vs 23rd non-Indigenous).
- One-third of all Indigenous child deaths (ages 5 to 17) are suicides.
- 23% of all suicide deaths in Australian children (ages 5 to 17) are Indigenous children.
Source: Black Dog Institute
This is our mission.
We believe that all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people have the right to thrive and flourish.
We partner with others to create meaningful lives for all our young people with a special emphasis on those experiencing vulnerability and who are at risk of self-harm and suicide.
We want to contribute to global knowledge and positively impact the health and wellbeing of this and future generations.
The Yarn Up Listen Up Report
We partnered with the Centre of Best Practice of Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention (CBPATSISP) to conduct consultations with 24 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 18-27.
The aim of these consultations was to understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young peopleβs perspectives on suicide prevention services/resources, and their lived experiences accessing these.
The young people who participated in this research project were provided with access to culturally safe wellbeing support throughout the project.
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One of the core pillars of Fullaship is Self-determination. π€πβ€οΈ
Young First Nations people uncover their purpose and build on their strengths and gifts, contributing to the collective movement for First Nations self-determination.
Itβs about knowing who you are, recognising what you bring, and using that strength to help shape the future.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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Maya (Lardil) joined Fullaship at a time when she was feeling disconnected from her city, from community and from mob around the country.
She wanted to reconnect with like-minded young people, feel inspired again and rebuild her confidence with warmth, love and support around her. π€πβ€οΈ
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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Leyla (Ballardong Noongar) reflects on how Fullaship helped grow her confidence through the support of the Culture is Life team and the other Fellows. π€πβ€οΈ
For Leyla, it was about having people around her who would back her, remind her how deadly she is, and also keep her grounded along the way.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
#Fullaship #CultureIsLife #FirstNationsYouth #YoungMob confidence
Lillian (Dharug & Kamiliroi) reflects on how Fullaship led her to question the way Aboriginal people are supported to learn, especially in counselling and therapeutic spaces. π€πβ€οΈ
For her, learning can look different: having yarns on Country, being in beautiful spaces, and learning alongside Aboriginal people and community.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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Fullaship 2023 throwback! π€πβ€οΈ
The 2023 Fellows headed to the coastal serenity of Nipaluna/Hobart for their final Fullaship intensive.
The week included ceremony and storytelling on the beach, day tour of Bruny Island, hiking up Kunyani/Mt Wellington, tasting mutton bird and a music night full of joy and laughter. All whilst spending precious time together before they wrapped up their Fullaship journey.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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One of the core pillars of Fullaship is Cultural Values. π€πβ€οΈ
Young First Nations people strengthen their cultural identity by identifying, practising and reflecting on the cultural values that shape who they are, individually and collectively.
Itβs about staying connected to culture, community and Country while growing into the person and leader you want to be.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
#Fullaship #CultureIsLife #FirstNationsYouth #YoungMob CulturalValues
Jalen (Darumbal) reflects on one of the biggest things he took away from Fullaship, the relationships. π€πβ€
For him, it was about meeting new people, building strong connections and creating a real
sense of family within the group.
Those relationships have been one of the most special parts of the experience.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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Uncle Len Collard took the Fellows to Wadjemup/Rottnest Island, where Donny (Jaru) reflected on the importance of reconnecting with Country,Β even in places that hold painful histories. π€πβ€οΈ
After a yarn with Uncle Len, he speaks about honouring the presence of mob who came before, walking those places with family and finding a sense of connection, peace and remembrance.
Applications are now open!
π Find out more via the link in bio.
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