After Shane Young's unanimous win over in Melbourne for the UFC 234 against Austin Arnett, he took to the stage to use his platform for the greater good.
After delivering a pepeha, and dedicating the fight to his biggest fan, his mum, he then spoke about mental health and youth suicide rates in NZ, and how they are the highest in the world.
The reason I got into this sport is so I can use this platform to try and spread some good in the world,
This sparked a conversation with our very own Kara, Stu and Tammy, who talked about the issue too.
If you or anyone you know is going through tough times, reach out to your friends, or reach out to these numbers:
Need to Talk? - Call or text 1737
Lifeline - 0800 543 354 or (09) 5222 999 within Auckland
Youthline - 0800 376 633, text 234, email talk@youthline.co.nz or online chat
Samaritans - 0800 726 666
Depression Helpline - 0800 111 757
- Suicide Crisis Helpline - 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
