Malarndirri McCarthy (NT, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Indigenous Australians) Share this | Hansard source

Supporting the social and emotional wellbeing of First Nations people is essential to closing the gap, and that's why the Albanese Labor government is strengthening 13YARN. That's the national crisis support line designed, led and delivered by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 13YARN provides confidential, culturally safe crisis support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It ensures people can speak to someone who understands their situation, their cultural connections, their community and their lived experience. The $13.9 million investment we've announced through Closing the Gap will extend operating hours and expand services so people can access support when they need it the most.