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Reducing Youth Suicide in Queensland (RYSQ)
Youth suicide is a key concern in Queensland. The Commission has found that on average, 16 children and young people suicide each year in Queensland – a rate which is almost twice the national average.
The Commission needs your help to prevent these tragic deaths.
We are seeking your feedback on the Commission’s Reducing Youth Suicide in Queensland (RYSQ) Discussion Paper.
Your knowledge or experiences engaging with children and young people who are at risk of suicide or who have suicided will help better target future efforts to prevent youth suicide in Queensland.
Who we are seeking feedback from:
- health experts, practitioners and hospital staff
- mental health workers and counsellors
- education officers, principals, teachers and guidance officers
- child safety officers and youth workers
- law enforcement officers, police and youth justice workers
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- coroners
- researchers and policy makers, and
- community based organisations.
How to provide feedback:
Online: Complete our online survey
Email: Email us at RYSQ@ccypcg.qld.gov.au
Mail: Print out and complete the questionnaire at the end of the RYSQ Discussion Paper or post us a written submission:
Reducing Youth Suicide in Queensland
Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian
PO Box 15217
Brisbane City East QLD 4002
Reply Paid 15217
(No stamp required)
Your contribution can take any form (eg. completion of the online survey or hard-copy questionnaire, a letter, summary paper or research document).
For any questions or queries please call 1800 688 275 (free call)
