Expand your knowledge and be inspired to action after hearing Mitch’s story of losing his brother to suicide.
Mitch founded SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY after his younger brother, Ty, took his own life in 2013.
His Lived Experience presentation aims to expand community knowledge, inspire action and change, and encourage open conversations around mental health and suicide.
Mitch openly shares his story of loss and grief through this unique presentation, taking the audience on a moving journey through devastation, finding purpose, self-belief, and ultimately leaving those in his presence with a determination to be more present for themselves and those they care about.
The Lived Experience presentation covers:
• Mitch’s story: a firsthand experience of suicide bereavement
• The journey from tradie to mental health advocate
• Mental health 101: what it is and what to look out for
• The simple ways we can all make a difference
We acknowledge that the subject of suicide may be difficult for many people. Mitch delivers his personal story with sensitivity, and in alignment with existing best practice guidelines for safe language.
