Manual of Resources for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention

The Art of Distraction

Payten Thorne talks about the role of creativity – photography and drawing – in supporting her wellbeing.

Source: Desert Pea Media/WNSWPHN

More Suggested Resources

Desert Pea Media – Music Videos Desert Pea Media works with Indigenous young people in regional and remote areas, using storytelling and audio-visual media to promote social and cultural dialogue, responding to issues including intergenerational trauma, suicide, unemployment and incarceration. Song that emphasises the importance of the environment and caring for Country.

20-minute video describes The Strength Within program to develop capacity in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Cape York to respond to social and emotional wellbeing, including suicide prevention. Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland section)

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