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About R U OK? Day

R U OK? inspires us to connect and support the people around us who may be struggling. You don’t need to be an expert to reach out – just a good friend and a great listener. Start the conversation by asking R U OK? and listen with an open mind.

There are four steps:

Ask R U OK?

Listen

Encourage action

Check in

On our national day of action – Thursday 12 September – we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask R U OK?

Get involved and start the conversation today.

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We can support those struggling by having regular, meaningful conversations. If you notice a change in someone you know, trust your instincts and act. Learn the signs and when to ask, "R U OK?". Reaching out shows support and encourages them to seek help sooner.
- What are they saying?
- What are they doing?
- What’s going on in their life?
Noticing someone acting differently? Trust your instincts and act. Start a conversation about the changes you've observed to help them open up and feel supported, whether they're OK or not.
Simple steps that could change a life:
1. Ask
2. Listen
3. Encourage action
4. Check in
If you or someone you know is doing it tough, you can find recommended support.
If life is in danger, call 000.

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We encourage students and staff to look out for one another at university. Learn to recognize signs of struggle, initiate supportive discussions, and provide ongoing support. Explore the tools and resources to foster a caring campus community.
Asking "R U OK?" can significantly impact the workplace. Employers and staff can foster a culture where this question is comfortably asked and answered. Beyond legal responsibilities, these conversations support colleagues during tough times and contribute to a healthier work environment. Explore the tools and resources and learn to recognize signs of distress, start meaningful conversations, and offer ongoing support to colleagues.
R U OK? Community provides resources to help foster supportive connections and meaningful conversations within communities. Here are some simple ways to do that and encourage your community to be part of the Conversation Movement!
- Learn the R U OK? 4 conversation steps
- Run an R U OK? event (resources to help you do this)
- Choose the resource kit that will resonate best in your community
Share what you're doing with us by using #RUOKDay on social media

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