An important topic will be highlighted at the next University of South Australia Mount Gambier Campus public lecture next Tuesday, July 26.

The free lecture, ‘Speaking of Mental Health…’ will be presented by advocate for suicide prevention, mental health and sharing personal stories Nic Newling (pictured).

Mr Newling has had personal experience with mental health including a mood disorder throughout high school and losing his brother to suicide.

He has a mission to change how mental illness is addressed in workplaces, schools and communities and has travelled the world speaking, sharing his message and stories and encouraging conversations.

The passionate advocate has featured on various television programs, newspapers and radio stations and documentaries and is a proud ambassador for Movember, R U OK?, Australia Day and the Australian Mental Health Project.

This lecture will be held by UniSA Mount Gambier Campus in conjunction with StandBy Support After Suicide and the Mount Gambier and Districts Suicide Prevention Network.

Mr Newling’s visit has been made possible thanks to a funded project by Ski For Life.

Pre-lecture drinks will begin at 6pm and the lecture will start at 6:30pm followed by a light supper.

Registrations are essential and can be made via Eventbrite and the lecture will be livestreamed for those unable to physically attend.

For further information contact UniSA administrative officer Michele Cranage via email michele.cranage@unisa.edu.au or phone 8302 8902.