Donna is a writer, speaker, teacher trainer & secondary school educator, who has worked for several years as a Student Wellbeing Coordinator. Donna has extensive experience in adolescent wellbeing, coaching, suicide prevention & worked as a Telephone Crisis Supporter for Lifeline. NSW PREMIER'S TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT:In 2013 Donna was awarded the Anika Foundation Youth Depression Awareness Scholarship to conduct international research into strategies being implemented globally for the prevention of youth suicide and depression.SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING:Donna recognized the importance of enhancing teacher & support staff confidence in suicide prevention within the school setting. She drew on international research to develop ‘Gatekeeper' training to target this need.FEEDBACK:"Having a broad range of experience in Pastoral Care initiatives, Donna has a deep knowledge of what is a very challenging (but necessary) subject matter. She delivers this sensitive material in an engaging way & shows educators practical means of supporting youth in need. With so many young people in crisis, I would highly recommend Donna working with your School staff and allowing them to see how vital open conversations can be. Thank you Donna.”(Matthew McMahon – Assistant Principal Mount Carmel Catholic College)"Gave me a lot more confidence when dealing with students who experience difficulties, particularly those who are self harming.”(Teacher) AUTHOR:Donna is the author of the YA novel ‘Awakening Sebastian’, which communicates a strong preventative message for youth suicide. For further info visit www.awakenyouth.com.auMEDIA and CONFERENCES:Sydney Morning HeraldABC Radio for the evening PM show Suicide Prevention Australia National Conference, Hobart 2016IEU Women in Leadership Conference 2016Positive Schools Conference 2017ProsPsych Mental Health in Schools Conference 2018Accidental Counsellor Conference 2019CONTACT:donnaredman81@gmail.com or 0411642597