R U OK? calls on the hospitality community to Ask R U OK? Any Day
R U OK? is calling on the hospitality community to ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.
R U OK? research has found an overwhelming majority (90%) of people who are regularly asked R U OK? feel more supported, connected and cared about.
“We see an increase in supporting behaviours around R U OK?Day, our National Day of Action,[1]” said Katherine Newton, CEO R U OK?. “However, we know life happens every day. Our message to all those living in Australia is don't wait; Ask R U OK? Any Day because a meaningful conversation can change a life.”
R U OK? has dedicated resources to help build confidence within the hospitality community to have meaningful R U OK? conversations throughout the year.
“R U OK? is working with the hospitality sector to find better ways to ensure the industry is equipped to handle the pressures that come with what is an exciting, yet demanding, workplace,” says Julie-Anne Whitfield, Workplace Engagement Manager at R U OK?
R U OK? in Hospitality resources highlight the importance of supporting a workmate who's struggling and tips on how to have a meaningful conversation.
All resources are free and can be found at ruok.org.au.
“A lot can happen in a year, a month, or even a week,” said Ms Newton. “Whether it’s your friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about go through life’s ups and downs every day,
“By checking in regularly with the people close to you, you can help prevent small things from becoming big things," continued Ms Newton.
R U OK?Day, our National Day of Action is Thursday, 12 September 2024 when we remind everyone to Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.
Visit ruok.org.au for free tips and tools to build a R U OK? Culture across your year.
Lifeline provides free and confidential crisis support at any time of day or night. Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or chat online at lifeline.org.au.
13YARN is a free 24/7 service offering crisis support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. Call 13YARN (13 92 76).
1]Verian (2024) R U OK? Tracker. Australia.
[2] Joiner, T.E. (2007) Why People Die by Suicide. Harvard University Press. USA
R U OK?, 5th September 2024
