As you may know, Lions International has a number of special initiatives – one of which is supporting **mental health and wellbeing**. With **R U OK? Day** coming up on **Wednesday, 11th September**, now is the perfect opportunity for your club to consider how you might help raise awareness in your community.
Here are some simple yet meaningful ways to get involved:
• Share helpful **links and resources** on your club’s social media.
• Contact your **local Bunnings or Shopping Centre** to see if you can host a table.
• Promote the **Lions Wellbeing Foundation** (which offers excellent resources).
• Provide **other local mental health information** to support community members.
• Contact **local medical professionals** to see if they can assist – either by helping at an event, or by speaking at a club meeting or community gathering.
Every action, no matter how small, helps to reduce stigma and encourages conversations that can make a real difference.
Has your club thought about how you might be able to get involved this year?
Together, we can shine a light on the importance of mental health and show our communities that Lions are here to listen, support, and care.
https://www.lionsclubs.org/en/member-resource-center/service/global-causes-initiatives/mental-health-well-being-initiative
Yours in Fellowship and Service,
Natalie Reinke
Member of the Lions Club of Redland Bay Victoria Point
Global Services Team 2025-2026
0438 724 381
Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.
Thursday 11 September is R U OK?Day but we know that whether it’s a friend, family member, partner, or colleague , the people around us go through life’s ups and downs every day. That’s why we want everyone to feel confident to check in with the people they care about and Ask R U OK? Any Day.
Our research found that those who are regularly asked, 'are you OK?' report increased feelings of wellbeing, and we've learned that a third of Australians say they've been asking others more often over the past year . That means many of us are already showing up for others in meaningful ways, but when it comes to conversations about how we’re really going, some people are less confident than others.
It’s natural to feel a little hesitant, but the good news is nine in ten Australians report feeling grateful, supported and cared for when someone genuinely asks them if they're OK - and that’s a good reason to give it a go. You might even be having these conversations already without realising.
If you need tips to build your confidence, we’re here to help with plenty of free resources to help you feel more confident to check in with someone you care about. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back.
Ask R U OK? Any Day of the year because a conversation could change a life.
