Our LifeSpan framework is Australia’s first scientific research trial into a systems approach that unites communities around localised suicide prevention strategies.
Dr Fiona Shand, Head of Suicide Prevention Research at the Black Dog Institute
Black Dog Institute

Black Dog Institute is a medical research institute that investigates mental health across the lifespan, aiming to create a mentally healthier world for everyone.

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The Peer to Peer Network Pilot will co-design a peer to peer networking model to connect Learning for Life families with one another to fill gaps in support and add value to local communities, with the aim to scale it across the Smith Family’s more than 90 communities.

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Early adulthood (19+)
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Parents
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People living with Disability
Migrant/refugee Communities
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Reducing sources of stress
Strengthening life skills
Strengthening relationships
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Impact Area
Children (6-18 years)
Young People (16-24 years)
Early adulthood (19+)
Families and care givers
Women and girls
Parents
First Nations Community
People living with Disability
Migrant/refugee Communities
Strengthening children’s developmental foundations
Resilience to crisis
Transformative Resilience (bushfires/floods)
Reducing sources of stress
Strengthening life skills
Strengthening relationships
Building Sector Capability
Data Futures
Mental health and wellbeing
System Transformation
Campaigns and Advocacy