I have embarked on an intensive training course for a 135km trek in WA this March. This will be a challenging five days both physically and mentally and is all in the name of raising funds for a cause close to my heart – the LifeChanger Foundation. The driving force behind the vision for LifeChanger comes from an alarming set of statistics; • Youth suicide is the number 1 killer of young Australians; • 1 in 6 kids (7 - 15 yrs) has been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder; • 1 teenager in every classroom has a gambling addiction; • 1 in 4 leave the education system prematurely; • 50% increase in hospital admissions because of children self-harming between 2010 and 2015; • 1 in 5 kids have deliberately sniffed inhalants (12 - 17 yrs); • 38% of adolescents consume alcohol weekly (14+ yrs); • 50% of teenagers experience cyber bullying; • 1 in 4 kids are overweight or obese (5 - 17 yrs). Not one of these statistics is improving. Not one. The LifeChanger Foundation is on an epic mission to turn these stats around and create a generational shift in society. LifeChanger believes that by providing young Australians with the tools to develop a positive self-identity they will be empowered to live their best life. The LifeChanger program develops an adolescent's self-identity by nurturing the individual across five key pillars; Wellbeing, Life-Skills, Self-Awareness, Purpose & Meaning and Connections LifeChanger's revolutionary approach will give every young Australian unprecedented access to programs within their community and on a first-of-its-kind digital platform providing a pathway to their best life. Moreover, the digital platform and community engagement will mean ongoing, responsive support. I have personally been involved through the set up of LifeChanger. It is very close to my heart and I am committed to the successful growth of this initiative. My mission is to raise $5000 to add to my personal contribution and I would love it if you would help by sponsoring me with a donation. We know something has to change. LifeChanger is that change. LifeChanger is a Tier 1 DGR Status Charity. All donations are tax deductible.