Our Stories

Some people are using this time as an opportunity to practice some old skills, learn something new, or simply maintain some normality, in some extraordinarily innovative ways.

As you know, the outbreak of COVID-19 is significantly impacting schools and the way that they operate. Naturally, the uncertainty and talk about social isolation, changes to the norm and activity cancellations like sport games and arts, can result in increased levels of stress and anxiety for students and the wider school community.

Amid the panic over COVID-19, it’s easy to forget some of the positive stories of humanity and generosity that have from this developing story.

batyr knows that a large amount of pressure is placed on staff to find ways to support students during these times. Check out these simple steps you can take.

One of our QLD speakers Harrison Fielding has pledged to run on a treadmill for 24 hours with a goal of raising $10,000 for batyr.

Check out these tips to cope with coronavirus anxiety.

batyr has just completed a massive study, analysing 83 lived experience stories from its Herd of young lived experience speakers (aged 18-30) to find common themes in their mental health journey.

When: Postponed
Where: Sydney, NSW

When: Sunday 4th – Sunday 5th April, 2020
Where: Canberra, ACT

Postponed until further notice.

Postponed until further notice.