Kununurra support services put on showcase with the Conversation Convoy

hello • 20 August 2018


A wide variety of health, drug, legal, training and education support services turned out today for the Conversation Convoy stop in Kununurra.


The free event was held in White Gum Park with a free lunch provided courtesy of Job Pathways and Boab Health Services, along with cups of tea and R U OK? giveaways.


Waringarri Aboriginal Arts introduced the R U OK? team to Elder Agnes and her daughter who welcomed the gathered crowd to country. R U OK? Ambassador Jacob Ridgeway then spoke of his connection to country and the importance of hearing from loved ones at home, particularly when times are tough.


R U OK? Ambassador Jake Gablonski joined the conversation and talked about the importance of ensuring everyone is asking the question because we all go through challenges as communities and individuals. He described how collectively we can all make a positive difference by looking out for each other.


Children gathered for photos and video messages in the conversation booth, and local service representatives discussed how important it is to have hope and empowerment within community.


St John’s Ambulance volunteers described how volunteering is a productive way to connect with people particularly when organisations focus on both training and socialising. They shared how volunteering helps their own wellbeing and provides a sense of belonging.


Special thanks to Karri Ambler (Standby After Suicide), Joanne Sadler (Boab Health Services), Cathy Cummins (Waringarri Aboriginal Arts), Jae Kilgour (Shire of Wyndham) and Job Pathways.


The Conversation Convoy continues its journey with next stop: Tennant Creek (Northern Territory).

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