This local footy club has lost four men to suicide. Here’s what they want you to know
Hawthorn Amateur Football Club has established the Wings program to support mental health among its players. This initiative allows members to access psychological services anonymously and aims to foster open conversations about mental health. The program was created in response to the tragic loss of four men from the club to suicide, highlighting the importance of community support and awareness.
- ▪The Wings program provides a mental healthcare fund for players, coaches, and supporters.
- ▪The program was established after the suicide of two former players and a player's father in 2010.
- ▪Club members are trained as Wings ambassadors in mental health first aid.
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