Rahman Karim

20Talk

In order to raise funds for the mental health charity 20Talk, I’m taking on a unique challenge: sitting in a 2-meter square box for 20 hours with no technology, no talking, no phones, books, or music—just me, my thoughts, and a simple notebook.

This challenge offers a small glimpse into what a day might feel like for someone struggling with their mental health.

Why am I doing this?

Mental health affects all of us in one way or another. It can be dark, isolating, and confronting. And structurally, the statistics are still deeply concerning:

• Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people aged 15–44.
• Only 2% of mental health funding goes toward prevention (Mental Health Commission, 2022).

I’m completing the 20 Hours for 20Talk to help change these statistics. Your support will go directly toward 20Talk’s relatable and impactful prevention campaigns. They’re a youth-led charity making mental health education cool, accessible, and effective.

Your donations will help:

• Every $300 funds a young person’s place in a two-day Mental Health First Aid course
• Expand 20Talk’s online resources and their 60,000+ strong social media community
• Run large-scale interactive mental health events

By improving mental health literacy, removing stigma, and encouraging professional help-seeking, we can prevent people from reaching crisis. With the right support and resources, we can empower young people to take charge of their mental well-being.

Every donation—big or small—makes a direct impact and helps ensure no one feels alone in their struggles.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for supporting the cause.

If you ever need to chat, I’m always here.
Love you all, and thanks again!

Rahman

20Talk