God's Divas

20 Hours of Silence for Youth Mental Health.

Kate and I are taking on the 20 Hours for 20Talk Challenge in Melbourne! This means spending 20 hours sitting in a 2 × 2 metre square, alongside hundreds of other participants, with no talking and no technology. Just the essentials and our own thoughts.

This challenge is about taking a small step towards understanding the isolation and struggles that people experiencing mental health challenges can face, and standing alongside those who may feel unheard or alone.

So, why are we doing this?

Mental health can be a difficult topic to talk about, and sometimes the conversations we need to have most are the ones we find hardest to start. We want to help create a world where people feel safe to speak up, ask for help, and know they don't have to face life's challenges alone.

We may not always understand what someone else is going through, but we can always choose to listen, offer support, and remind them that their life matters.

We also recognise that mental health can be a sensitive topic, and one that can sometimes be difficult to navigate. Our faith is an important part of our lives, and we believe that alongside faith, there is room for honest conversations, compassion, and seeking support when we need it. We have hope in knowing that no one should have to walk through difficult seasons alone, and we hope to approach this challenge with open hearts, kindness, and a willingness to listen without judgement. 🤍

We're taking on this challenge to raise awareness, break down stigma, and support 20Talk's work in making mental health education accessible to young people.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, helps support this important cause. If you're unable to donate, sharing our page or simply helping spread awareness means just as much to us.

Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for supporting us in this challenge. We hope that, in some small way, we can help make it easier for someone to speak up, feel heard, and know they're not alone.

With love, Erin & Kate 🤍