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"I am hopeful that, as we release the strategy today, we may all share a feeling of hope and optimism," said Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Emma McBride at the launch of the Australian National Suicide Prevention Strategy 2025–2035.
"It is with a sense of hope, optimism, and conviction that the two advisory groups to the National Suicide Prevention Office welcome the release of this Strategy," wrote Susan Edgar, Chair of the Lived Experience Partnership Group, and Dr. Alan Woodward GAICD FAES, Chair of the Advisory Board.
Programs that actively cultivate optimism and hope play a role in suicide prevention by reinforcing resilience, social connection, and a future-focused mindset. Research consistently shows that hopeful individuals are more likely to seek support, engage with their communities, and navigate challenges more easily. By embedding optimism-driven interventions—such as mentorship initiatives, resilience-building education, and community-led well-being programs—society can empower individuals to see possibilities beyond crisis.
The National Suicide Prevention Strategy 2025–2035 introduces these themes in its introduction, and I hope the actions based on the strategy reflect the need for optimism in mental health and suicide prevention efforts.
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