Jon Eddy Interview with Andrea Gibbs from ABC

South Sudanese Community, South East Melbourne: COVID Challenges, Community & Care w/ Sarah Berberi

Roses in the Ocean is proud to share a series of videos developed to explore the challenges that COVID-19 has presented for the South Sudanese community in Melbourne’s south east and how communities can support recovery. These videos have been developed as part of the Place-Based Suicide Prevention…

South Sudanese Community, South East Melbourne: COVID Challenges, Community & Care with Dr Santino

Roses in the Ocean is proud to share a series of videos developed to explore the challenges that COVID-19 has presented for the South Sudanese community in Melbourne’s south east and how communities can support recovery. These videos have been developed as part of the Place-Based Suicide Prevention…

Elissa

At 15 years old Elissa experienced her own challenges, which led to her making an attempt on her own life. Then, 11 years ago, she lost her younger brother to suicide. Elissa discusses resilience, the importance of family and the pragmatism of motherhood. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open an…

Alex

After the death by suicide of her 12-year-old son, Alex was confronted by grief and, unfortunately the judgement of others as to her grieving process. An accomplished musician and performer, Alex has channelled her grief into music and storytelling that has resulted in numerous uplifting exchanges.…

Amanda

The death by suicide of Amanda’s father – a senior Police Officer in South Australia - was an unusually public affair. Rather than sweeping it under the carpet, Amanda actively sought ways to use her lived experience of suicide to help others who may be in crisis. Roses Radio is a podcast series o…

Andrew

Five years ago, Andrew was confronted by loss and grief for the first time in his life. The death of his 22-year-old brother James to suicide challenged Andrew’s understanding of mental health and suicide, his faith and his behaviour as a male of the species. Andrew has since chosen a path of educa…

Bridgit

When she was just 10 years old, Bridgit lost her father to suicide. Later in life she experienced her own suicidal ideation. As a child bereaved by suicide and a mother experiencing her own suicidality, Bridgit shares her insights on the effects of suicide on children. Roses Radio is a podcast ser…

Danica

Growing up in a small rural community comes with its own pros and cons. When Danica’s brother Matthew died by suicide in 2016, the pitfalls of a small-town became more evident. Danica discusses isolation, stigma, myths, and the downside of people’s reactions to suicide. She offers solutions for tho…

Kym

A single farmer, living alone, isolated and remote with too much time to think about life’s challenges. Kym’s story is likely quite common in rural and regional Australia. Kym discusses the importance of connections and sharing with the right people in your life, whether they are a professional, a …