Out of the Shadows Walk Launceston

City of Launceston

Join the City of Launceston and Lifeline as we walk to raise awareness and overcome the stigma surrounding suicide and suicide prevention.

City Park

Out of the Shadows

Since 2012, Lifeline has been observing World Suicide Prevention Day with Out of the Shadows – local walks around the nation. Recognising the importance of the initiative City of Launceston has organised this year's Out of the Shadows Walk in City Park.

Participate in the free Out of the Shadows Walk - a National Suicide Prevention Walk to raise awareness and overcome the stigma surrounding suicide and suicide prevention. An event for people of all backgrounds to come together and remember the lives lost to suicide and support those impacted by suicide. Coinciding with World Suicide Prevention Day, participants will collectively walk "Out of the Shadows" through the gardens of City Park. The walk will culminate in a short ceremony and conversation remembering those who have been lost to suicide. Registered walkers will receive a Launceston beanie and a battery operated candle for the walk along with breakfast muffins and refreshments, as the sunrises. When: 5:45am for a 6am start, Friday September 9thWhere: Walk starts and ends at the City Park Conservatory, LauncestonThe Walk: Walk through the City Park Gardens along the flat, sealed footpath. A walk under 1km long and suitable for all abilities. Please prepare for variable weather conditions.

<aside>About World Suicide Prevention Day &amp; Out of the Shadows Walk</aside><aside>Since 2012, Lifeline has been observing World Suicide Prevention Day with Out of the Shadows – local walks around the nation. Recognising the importance of the initiative City of Launceston has organised this year's Out of the Shadows Walk in City Park.</aside><aside>If you have any queries or enquiries, please feel free to email the City of Launceston's Suicide Prevention Officer at SuicidePrevention@launceston.tas.gov.au</aside>