Manawa

Manawa - My own survival plan is a suicide safety plan app which has been developed with people who have lived through suicidal thoughts and experiences, to help you find a way through. It can help to make your own plan for what to do when things feel really bad.

‘Manawa’ symbolises having hope in your heart, it's the driving force behind why you are putting this plan together.

This app is based on the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand and Ministry of Health booklet, “Having suicidal thoughts and finding a way back”.

It will give you tools and ideas to help you: • Talk to someone about your thoughts; • Get professional help if you want it; • Learn new ways to cope right now.

We recommend finding a time when you are feeling calm to make your plan. You could ask a friend or a health professional to help you write it.