A mihimihi whakamomori

Acknowledging those we have lost to suicide and recognising the impact on whānau, families, and communities. We also honour those with lived and living experiences of suicidal distress, as well as those who care for and support them.

Speaker Bio

Jordyn Elyse is a dedicated professional in suicide prevention and postvention, passionate about supporting communities and encouraging open conversations around mental health. With a background in minimising alcohol and drug harm, she champions well-being policies and advocates for tamariki protection from harmful advertising. As a Board of Trustees member at a local school, she uses her skills in communication to represent parents and drive positive change. Jordyn also fosters relationships between communities and government partners, advocating for systems change to strengthen community support, all while honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tikanga Māori. Her involvement includes roles with the Counties Manukau Suicide Prevention Steering Group, the BUZZED campaign against addiction stigma, and the Auckland Regional Methamphetamine Working Group. Additionally, Jordyn volunteers with Mothers Milk NZ, promoting informed choices about breastmilk and infant nutrition.

Resources

• World Health Organisation: Preventing suicide: a resource for media professionals, update 2023 https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240076846
• Mental Health Foundation
  • Media Guidelines Media Guidelines | Mental Health Foundation
  • Suicide Prevention Resources Suicide prevention resources | Mental Health Foundation
  • Connecting Through Korēro Connecting Through Kōrero | Mental Health Foundation
  • Your Guide to Planning a Safe Suicide Prevention Event Your Guide to Planning a Safe Suicide Prevention Event | Mental Health Foundation
  • Comment or no comment Comment or no comment | Mental Health Foundation
• LifeKeepers: Aotearoa New Zealand's national suicide prevention training programme Suicide Prevention Training | LifeKeepers
• Blueprint: Mental Health Workshops Blueprint for Learning - Mental Health Workshops
• Trigger warnings Tools and tips to help communicate safely online about suicide - #chatsafe - Orygen, Revolution in Mind

Where to get help

• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)
• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7) Youth services: (06) 3555 906
• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234
• What's Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)
• 0800 Anxiety Helpline: 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY). This service is confidential and free of charge. Open 24/7.
• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7). Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737
• Samaritans – 0800 726 666
• Aoake te Rā (Bereaved by Suicide Service): Call 0800 000 053
• Asian Helpline: Call 0800 862 342 Monday to Friday, 9 am to 8 pm
• OutLine Aotearoa: 0800 688 5463 (0800 OUTLINE) provides confidential telephone support and online chat support between 6 pm and 9 pm daily.
• What's Up– 0800 942 8787 (for 5–18 year olds). Phone counselling is available every day of the week, 365 days of the year, 11 am–11 pm. Online chat is available from 11 am–10:30 pm 7 days a week, including all public holidays.

Help for parents, family and friends.

• EDANZ– improving outcomes for people with eating disorders and their families. Freephone 0800 2 EDANZ or 0800 233 269, or in Auckland 09 522 2679. Or email info@ed.org.nz.
• Parent Help—0800 568 856 is for parents/whānau seeking support, advice, and practical strategies on all parenting concerns. It is anonymous, nonjudgmental, and confidential.
• Family Services 211 Helpline—0800 211 211 for help finding (and direct transfer to) community-based health and social support services in your area.
• Yellow Brick Road– Supporting families towards mental wellbeing. 
• Find a Helpline– Search for international helplines.

If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

Hosted by Asian Family Services

The Flourishing Asian Communities Programme is Funded by Hauora Māori Services Directorate – Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand