In order to raise funds for mental health charity 20Talk I'm going to sit in a 2 metre square box for 20 hours with no technology and no talking. Yep, you heard that right. This outrageous challenge is going to push me mentally to the limits. All I will have is my own thoughts, a journal and a chair to sit on.
So why am I doing this?
We have all been touched in some way or another by the reality of mental health. It can be dark, lonely, and confronting.
Structurally, the statistics are still alarming..
- Suicide still remains the leading cause of death for young people aged 15-44.
- Only 2% of mental health funding goes towards prevention (Mental Health Commission 2022)
I'm completing the 20 Hours for 20Talk to turn these statistics around. Your contribution goes towards 20Talk's relatable prevention campaigns. They are a mental health charity that makes education cool and accessible, for young people by young people.
Your generous donations go towards:
- Every $300 puts a young person through a two-day Mental Health First Aid course
- Expanding 20Talk's online resources and 60,000+ social media community
- Running large-scale interactive mental health events
It just makes sense to support prevention. By improving mental health literacy, removing harmful stigma, and encouraging professional help-seeking we are preventing people from getting people into crisis in the first place.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post and for donating to the cause.
Have a good day!
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Thank you to my Sponsors
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Ryan Dunn
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Jessica Veljo
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Malek Chalhoub
Love ya cuz
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Charlotte Byrnes
Hope this helps
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Edmond Elsayed
Good on you brother
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Catherine Cvetko
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Cassandra Browning
Well done Ryan for supporting such a great cause. Appreciate what you bring to the world - just being you. Sending you love and light. Cass
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Wadiha Ayoub
Legend
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Andrea Azzi
I just wanted to take a moment to commend you on your efforts to raise money for mental health. Your dedication to this important cause is truly inspiring. Every contribution you’re gathering will make a significant impact, helping to support those in need and promote awareness. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to making a difference. Wishing you all the best as you continue this vital journey!
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Mariam Ghaly
Good on you bro! Thank you for helping to raise awareness! All the best
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Neve Diamond
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Anonymous
Good on you my bro
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Annabelle Mulcahy
PROUDDDDA YOU ALWAYS
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