R U OK? Day

This week on Thursday the 8th September, St Andrews College recognised the important day - R U OK? Day. This day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” and support those struggling with life's ups and downs.

This year the message was: Ask R U OK? No Qualifications Needed 

Research has found four in ten Australians feel asking someone “are you OK?” is a conversation better had with an expert. However, R U OK? want you to know you don’t need qualifications to have an R U OK? conversation.  The work of health professionals is vital, and their value cannot be underestimated; however we can all play a role in supporting the people in our world. You don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK? conversation. Listening and giving someone your time might be just what they need to help them through.

Ask R U OK? No qualifications needed, because a conversation could change a life.

As a way of recognising and promoting this important day the SRC on both campuses  created different activities throughout the day to give students and staff opportunities to start these important meaningful conversations. 

At recess the SRC students provided “conversation cups” and free juice to help promote conversations amongst friends. The cups had hopeful messages and important conversation starters written on them to encourage students to enjoy a cup of juice and have a meaningful conversation with those around them. The students also encouraged action with an R U OK? Display and Photo frame. 

Well done to all who participated in this important day. R U OK? Day goes beyond just one day, and the conversations and tips from this important organisation should be embedded within all that we do so that we can make today the beginning of lifelong conversations.

Mrs Emily Parker & Mrs Andrea Utoikamanu

Leaders of Learning & Wellbeing - Senior & Junior Campus