Together with the Ministry of Health and Te Puni Kokiri, the Ministry has released a discussion paper called 'An Approach for Action', and is seeking your comments on the proposals in it. The discussion paper will help with development of a national strategy to help prevent youth suicide by providing support to young people who are showing signs of depression or going through some sort of crisis, and by making sure they are aware of this support. The plan will highlight important and effective work already being carried out in the area of youth mental health.
Every suicide is a tragedy.
We need to work together co-operatively to make sure that support is available for young people when they need it. W ritten comments on the consultation document should be received at the Ministry of Youth Affairs by 19 September 1997.