Youth Talk Suicide Advisory Group

What is Youth Talk Suicide Advisory Group? Youth Talk Suicide Advisory Group is a collection of young individuals who can bring unique knowledge, skills and ideas to complement the organisation, Community Actions for the Prevention of Suicide (CAPS) Inc. on how we can work with young people more effectively.   Do I need to have experience? Previous experience is not required to join YTSAG however you do need to be aged between 15 and 25 years’ old   What does the role involve? o             Participating in regular YTSAG meetings o             Keeping well informed of youth issues o             Building and maintaining relationships with a range of local youth networks o             Providing essential insight and knowledge into the issues affecting young people   What are the time commitments? o             Monthly meetings to discuss matters relating to the Youth Talk Suicide Project o             Be willing to commit to a minimum of 6 months with the group o             There will be an expectation that you participate regularly in discussions, activities and projects   What’s in it for me? o             Be a voice for young people and represent your peers o             Meet like-minded people that share a passion for youth wellbeing o             Receive training in suicide awareness and prevention   Do I get paid for this role? This is an unpaid volunteer role however refreshments will be provided at each face to face monthly meeting.   When do the meetings happen and where? Location: New Farm Neighbourhood Centre                                     967 Brunswick Street, New Farm Qld 4005 When:      2nd Monday of each month Time:       5:30pm – 7:30pm   To register your interest to participate in the Youth Talk Suicide Advisory Group with CAPS Inc. emailyouth@talksuicide.org.au or call us on 1800 008 225.