Every 28 seconds, someone like Leon calls Lifeline. Because of people like you, someone is there to answer.
Leon* was ready to give up. He felt completely alone. Then he called Lifeline — and Liz picked up.
She’s a trained Crisis Supporter at Lifeline Sydney & Sutherland and thanks to donations like yours, she was there when it mattered most.
But not every call gets answered. Every 28 seconds, someone in crisis dials Lifeline.
That could be someone you love. Or even you.
For many, it’s the moment between holding on - and giving up.
Your donation helps train and support Crisis Supporters like Liz — so every call can become a turning point.
Around 50%
of Australians will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime.1
More than 1 in 4
young Australians have experienced suicidal behaviour in the past 12 months.2
Over a third
of all young Australians say isolation and loneliness are key drivers of their distress.2
44%
of all young Australians have sought help from suicide prevention services in the past 12 months.2
Leon is alive today because someone like you gave
You didn’t just support a service. You created a lifesaving moment.
Leon’s story could have ended in silence — but your gift made sure someone was there to listen.
“It was a voice of a young man in distress,” says Liz, who helped Leon find the courage to get help. “Our conversation helped him move from fear and isolation to connection and recovery.”
“In a world that can be scary, it’s an extraordinary privilege to walk alongside someone in their darkest moments and just be present.” — Liz, Volunteer Crisis Supporter at Lifeline Sydney & Sutherland.
Because of your generosity, Liz was trained. She was supported. She was ready.
And because of Liz — Leon got to keep going.
Your donation is the difference between crisis and connection, between silence and hope.
The next call is already ringing. Will you be the reason it gets answered?
Your gift trains Crisis Supporters like Liz — so no call goes unanswered
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