R U OK? Day
A national day of action on the second Thursday of September that encourages Australians to check in with people who may be struggling.
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About the day
R U OK? is an Australian suicide prevention charity. Its national day asks people to start a conversation with friends, family and colleagues and to follow up with support, with the message that people can ask the question on any day of the year.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday 9 September 2027 | Australia | Confirmed by the organiser |
| 2028 | Thursday 14 September 2028 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | Thursday 13 September 2029 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
If you need support now
In the UK, you can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123. In the USA, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anywhere else, contact your local emergency or health services.
Where this information comes from
- R U OK?: R U OK? Day (second Thursday in September, 9 September 2027)
- NSW Government: R U OK? Day 10 September 2026
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